Toasted Gnocchi & Kale Pesto

20 min

4 servings

You don’t have to make pesto with basil, in fact, you can choose any green herb you’d like. We’ve gone a little more out of the box and use kale, a nutrient-powerhouse full of vitamin C & K. We’ve also swapped the classic pine nuts for sunflower seeds – equally delicious, but much more affordable.

Ingredients

  • 1⁄2 cup olive oil, divided
  • 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, about 2 breasts
  • 1⁄2 bunch green kale
  • 1⁄4 cup water
  • 2 - 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 3 tbsp raw sunflower or pepita seeds
  • 2 tbsp Pesto Sauce Mix or Herb & Garlic Dip Mix
  • 1 pkg (350 g) Olivieri® Skillet Gnocchi®

Preparation

  • Heat 1⁄2 tbsp oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat.
  • Meanwhile, cut chicken into bite-sized pieces; stir-fry until cooked through, 6–8 min. Remove from pan and set aside.
  • While the chicken is cooking, de-stem kale and tear leaves. You should have about 4 cups (packed). In a food processor or high-speed blender, add kale, water, lemon juice, 3 tbsp oil, seeds, and mix. Blend until well combined, scraping down the sides, as necessary. It will be thick—thin out with more water or oil, if desired.
  • Over medium heat, heat remaining 1⁄2 tbsp oil. Add gnocchi; cook, stirring frequently until golden brown, 4–5 min.
  • Add cooked chicken and pesto to pan; stir until combined. Add toppings and stir to mix. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information

Per serving: Calories 500, Fat 21 g (Saturated 3.5 g, 0 0 g), Cholesterol 95 mg, Sodium 580 mg, Carbohydrate 43 g (Fiber 4 g, Sugars 2 g), Protein 34 g.

Tips

Look for skillet gnocchi in the refrigerated pasta section of your grocery store. While traditional gnocchi is boiled, this product only requires a quick pan-fry. The end result is a crispy golden exterior with a soft and fluffy interior.

Tips

Look for skillet gnocchi in the refrigerated pasta section of your grocery store. While traditional gnocchi is boiled, this product only requires a quick pan-fry. The end result is a crispy golden exterior with a soft and fluffy interior.

Perfectly Balance Your Plate

Serve with 1⁄2 cup veggies, your choice.