- 1 1-lb. pkg. shelf-stable potato gnocchi
- 1 small acorn squash, halved and seeded
- 14 to 16 oz. chicken breast tenderloins
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh sage
- 2 Tbsp. milk
- Tiny whole sage leaves
- Grated nutmeg (optional)
1. Prepare gnocchi according to package directions. Drain. Cover and keep warm.
2. Meanwhile, place squash, cut sides down; in a microwave-safe baking dish with 2 tablespoons water. Microcook, covered, on high (100 percent power) 7 to 10 minutes; rearrange once. Let stand, covered, 5 minutes.
3. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In large skillet cook chicken in 1 tablespoon hot oil over medium heat 6 to 8 minutes, until no longer pink. Remove; cover, keep warm.
4. Scrape flesh from squash; mash. Transfer to hot skillet; stir in broth and chopped sage. Bring to boiling; simmer 1 minute. Stir in milk. Spoon into bowls. Top with chicken and gnocchi; sprinkle sage and nutmeg. Serves 4.
From Better Homes and Gardens
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