Description
This creamy, garlicky one-pan gnocchi is the perfect weeknight or date night meal. Sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, and spinach bring flavor, comfort, and richness together in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt (more to taste)
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil, drained)
1 (16-ounce) package potato gnocchi
2 cups baby spinach
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Extra Parmesan and basil for garnish
Instructions
1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat until melted and sizzling.
2. Add minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir in Parmesan cheese. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
4. Season with salt and black pepper.
5. Add sun-dried tomatoes and gnocchi. Simmer for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Add spinach and stir until wilted.
7. Stir in chopped basil just before serving.
8. Serve hot with extra Parmesan and basil on top.
Notes
Use vegetable broth and plant-based cream for a vegetarian version.
Add protein like cooked chicken, shrimp, or pancetta.
Swap spinach for kale, arugula, or Swiss chard.
Use sweet potato or cauliflower gnocchi for a fun twist.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 620
- Fat: 29
- Saturated Fat: 17
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 55
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 10
- Cholesterol: 75