Chicken, Broccoli, and Gnocchi with Parsley Pesto
You can never have too many main course recipes, so give Chicken, Broccoli, and Gnocchi with Parsley Pesto This recipe is typical of Mediterranean cuisine. A mixture of walnuts, water, parmesan cheese, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so scrumptious. To use up the olive oil you could follow this main course with the Sauteed Banana, Granolan and Yogurt Parfait as a dessert.
Instructions
Drop garlic through food chute with food processor on; process until minced.
Add parsley and next 4 ingredients; process until finely minced. Gradually add olive oil and 1 tablespoon water, processing just until blended.
. Bring 2 quarts water to a boil in a 4-quart saucepan.
Add broccoli, and cook 2 minutes.
Remove 2 cups gnocchi from package; reserve remaining gnocchi for another use.
Add gnocchi to pan, and cook 3 minutes or just until broccoli is tender; drain and place in a large bowl.
Add chicken and parsley mixture; toss gently to coat.
Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons walnuts and 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, if desired.