Sheet-Pan Caprese Chicken Gnocchi Recipe
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
24 minutes
Servings:
4 Servings
Ingredients
  • 4 small boneless, skinless chicken breasts, about 1 ¼ pounds total
  • 3 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups whole cherry tomatoes
  • 1 (16-ounce) package shelf-stable or refrigerated potato gnocchi
  • 1 + 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 2 cups baby arugula
  • 1 cup sliced fresh basil leaves
  • 1 ½ cups mozzarella balls
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Directions
  1. Preheat the oven to 425 F and place a rimmed baking sheet in the oven while it heats.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of oil.
  3. Place breasts skin side down on the tray and return to the oven. Roast until browned on the bottom, about 6 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, toss garlic, tomatoes, gnocchi, and remaining olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Remove the chicken breasts from the oven and flip.
  6. Add tomato mixture to the tray, evenly scattering it around the chicken.
  7. Roast until the gnocchi are golden brown and tomatoes are soft, about 18 minutes.
  8. Remove from the oven and slice the breasts on a cutting board.
  9. Add arugula, basil, and mozzarella to the sheet tray and toss to combine.
  10. Return the sliced chicken to the pan and drizzle with balsamic vinegar to serve.