Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken Meatballs with Gnocchi. This hearty dish combines tender chicken meatballs simmered in a rich tomato sauce, complemented by pillowy gnocchi and fresh spinach. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this easy recipe will wrap you in warmth and satisfaction with every delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 (16 oz) package store-bought gnocchi
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, Italian seasoning, garlic, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent; add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Transfer the sautéed onion and garlic to a slow cooker along with crushed tomatoes and fresh spinach. Stir well.
- Carefully place the meatball mixture on top of the sauce in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours until meatballs are tender.
- About 30 minutes before serving (on low) or 15 minutes before serving (on high), stir in gnocchi and cover until they float.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg