Tuscan chicken meatballs with gnocchi in a slow cooker delight!
A comforting dish of Tuscan chicken meatballs with gnocchi, cooked in a slow cooker, bringing rich Italian flavors to your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Total Time: 6 hours 30 minutes to 8 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (Italian seasoned)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
- 1 pound gnocchi (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup spinach (chopped)
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken meatball mixture by combining ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Form the meatballs, aiming for 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
- Optionally, sauté the meatballs in a skillet for extra flavor.
- Prepare the sauce by heating marinara sauce and any optional ingredients in the skillet.
- Combine ingredients in the slow cooker, layering sauce and meatballs.
- Add gnocchi about 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Cooking times may vary based on slow cooker model.
- Check meatballs for doneness (165°F internal temperature).
- Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350-400 kcal
- Sugar: 5-7 grams
- Fat: 10-15 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40-45 grams
- Fiber: 2-3 grams
- Protein: 25-30 grams