This One Pot Gnocchi Chicken Pot Pie is the ultimate comfort food mashup. It combines the creamy, cozy flavors of classic chicken pot pie with the soft, pillowy texture of gnocchi—similar to chicken and dumplings, but faster and easier. Everything cooks in one pot in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights when you still want something warm, filling, and satisfying.
4 tablespoons butter or vegan butter
1 cup sliced carrots
4 oz mushrooms, sliced
1 large (or 2 small) celery ribs, thinly sliced
1 large shallot or small onion, chopped
Seasoned salt and black pepper, to taste
2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
Pinch dried thyme
3 tablespoons gluten-free flour (or all-purpose flour if not GF)
2 cups chicken stock or broth
1 cup milk (any kind; unsweetened almond milk works well)
12 oz gluten-free gnocchi
1½ cups shredded cooked chicken breast (about ½ lb)
½ cup frozen peas
Heat a Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat. Melt the butter, then add carrots, mushrooms, celery, and shallots or onions.
Sauté for 3–4 minutes until mushrooms release their liquid and it evaporates. Season with seasoned salt and pepper. Continue cooking another 6–7 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
Add garlic, poultry seasoning, and thyme. Sauté for 1–2 minutes, until fragrant.
Sprinkle flour over the vegetables. Stir well to coat and cook for 1 minute.
Slowly pour in the chicken broth while stirring to prevent lumps. Add the milk and increase heat to medium-high.
Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Add gnocchi, stir, then reduce heat to medium. Simmer for 5–6 minutes, stirring frequently, until gnocchi are tender.
Stir in shredded chicken and frozen peas. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Ladle into bowls and serve hot.
Gnocchi size matters: Some brands come in 16 oz packages instead of 12 oz. If using more gnocchi, add extra broth or milk to keep it creamy.
Shortcut chicken: Rotisserie chicken works perfectly here.
Extra richness: Use whole milk or add a splash of cream if dairy isn’t an issue.
Veggie swaps: Green beans or corn can replace peas.
Make it dairy-free: Use vegan butter and unsweetened plant-based milk.