Creamy Sage Gnocchi & Crispy Chicken
a dinner recipe
HI I'm Alex Bala- a self-taught home chef and food photographer with a passion for creating delicious, heartwarming meals. Every dish I make is made with love, inspired by family, friends, and the joy of sharing good food.
The Kitchen is my love and food is my love language. I want everyone who sits at my table to leave with a full belly and a happy heart. And trust me, there’s no holding back here—I’m all about bold flavors, rich ingredients, and, of course, plenty of butter and flavor!
Golden, pan-seared chicken thighs with perfectly crisp skin are paired with tender gnocchi coated in a velvety sage cream sauce. Fragrant, comforting, and deeply satisfying, this dish balances richness with herbaceous depth for a cozy yet elevated dinner everyone will love.
TIME (ACTIVE) | 45 M
TOTAL | 45 M
4 SERVINGS
SPECIAL EQUIPMENT:
SKILLET
STOCK POT
Prepare and Sear the Chicken
- Pat chicken thighs dry. Season both sides with kosher salt, onion powder, garlic powder, and lemon juice powder (or zest).
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Add olive oil and 1 ½ tbsp butter.
- Once the butter is bubbly, place chicken skin-side down. Sear until the skin is golden and crispy (about 6–8 minutes).
- Flip the chicken. Add 1 tbsp crushed sage and begin basting the chicken with the pan drippings for 5 minutes.
- Cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Set aside to rest.
Cook the Gnocchi
- Boil gnocchi in salted water for 2–3 minutes or until they float. Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
Make the Creamy Sage Sauce
- In the same skillet (no need to clean), add 5 tbsp butter and heavy cream over medium heat.
- Whisk in garlic, sage, and a pinch of salt. Let simmer, whisking occasionally, until sauce reduces by half (about 7 minutes).
- Stir in reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce slightly.
Combine & Finish
- Gently fold drained gnocchi into the sage cream sauce. Let simmer together for 4–5 minutes so flavors meld.
- Turn off heat and stir in Romano cheese until melted and silky.
Serve
- Plate gnocchi in shallow bowls or on a platter. Top each serving with a crispy chicken thigh.
- Garnish with fresh sage and a sprinkle of Romano cheese.
2-3 days
For extra crisp skin, finish the chicken under the broiler for 90 sec. just before serving.
powder
Onion powder offers concentrated onion flavor, enhancing dishes without moisture. Ideal for rubs, blends, and various cooking needs.
0.28 oz - PORTION$0.50
2.5 oz - REFILL$4
8 oz - REFILL$10
powder
Signature garlicky taste in powdered form. Ideal for spice blends. Also useful for dressings or other stored foodstuffs. The powder will give foods a garlicky taste without overpowering more nuanced inclusions.
0.35 oz - PORTION$0.50
2.5 oz - JAR$7
2.5 oz - REFILL$6
8 oz - REFILL$15
juice
powder
Zesty and tangy, this lemon powder lends bakes, marinades, and drinks lemony citrus flavor.
2 oz - JAR$5
2 oz - REFILL$4
8 oz - REFILL$13
crushed
Dried crushed sage is is pungent, earthy, and musty in aroma. It has a strong, savory, slightly bitter flavor. Somewhat peppery with a hint of mint.
0.04 oz - PORTION$0.50
0.35 oz - JAR$5
0.35 oz - REFILL$4
1.5 oz - REFILL$13
flakes
Complex, nuanced flavor with mild salinity. Perfect for a refined finishing touch.
0.28 oz - PORTION$0.50
2 oz - JAR$4
2 oz - REFILL$3
8 oz - REFILL$12
