Baked Mushroom, Spinach, and Chicken Gnocchi
Description
Gnocchi are baked with chicken, mushrooms, and spinach in this satisfying casserole topped liberally with Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 (8 ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 cups whole milk
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1 cup chicken broth
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1/2 (3 pound) rotisserie chicken, boned and shredded
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1 (16 ounce) package potato gnocchi
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2 cups baby spinach
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
1
Position a rack in the upper third of the oven; preheat to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
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Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms and season with salt and pepper. Cook until starting to soften, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a plate or bowl. Wipe out skillet.
3
Melt butter in the same skillet. Whisk in flour until a paste forms, about 3 minutes. Whisk in milk and broth until smooth. Simmer, whisking constantly, until thickened, about 5 minutes. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and nutmeg. Add mushrooms, chicken, gnocchi, and spinach to the sauce. Stir until gnocchi are coated and spinach wilts, about 3 minutes.
4
Pour mixture into a large baking dish. Sprinkle liberally with Parmesan cheese.
5
Bake in the preheated oven until bubbling, about 20 minutes.