"This Italian version of a popular comfort food will keep you warm on a cold night. Store bought gnocchi make this come together quickly...."
INGREDIENTS
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5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
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2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
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5 tablespoons butter
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12 large white mushrooms, sliced
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1 cup diced carrots
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4 celery stalks (from the heart), sliced very thinly
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1 large onion, chopped
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salt and pepper
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3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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3 cups chicken stock
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1 cup fresh basil
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a handful of fresh parsley leaves
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a handful of pine nuts, toasted
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a couple handfuls of freshly grated parmesan cheese
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zest of 1 lemon
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2 (10- to 12-ounce) packages gnocchi