BAKED GNOCCHI WITH RICOTTA AND CHICKEN BREAST ENJOY DAN:

BAKED GNOCCHI WITH RICOTTA AND CHICKEN BREASTS by CHEF DAN:

Serves 4

INGREDIENTS:

1 (16 Oz) package Gia Russa Gnocchi

1 tablespoon butter

1 pound cooked, cubed chicken breast

1-1/2-cups marinara sauce

1/2-onion, chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced

3/4-cup ricotta cheese

1/4-cup grated parmesan cheese

Chopped cilantro

DIRECTIONS:

1.   Prepare the boiler.

2.   Bring a pot of salted water to boil.

3.   Cook according to package directions.

4.   Drain and set aside.

5.   Add oil to a skillet over medium-heat when sizzling.

6.   Add onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes.

7.   Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.

8.   In a 2 quart baking dish place the gnocchi, onion, and garlic.

9.   Pour the marinara sauce the top.

10.                Dollop the ricotta over the top, then sprinkle with parmesan.

11.                Place under the boiler until the cheese is melted and heated through, about 5 minutes.

12.                Top with cilantro.

ENJOY DAN:                                          HALLELUJAH!!