Description
This Creamy One-Pot Sausage Gnocchi recipe offers a comforting and hearty Italian-American meal perfect for busy weeknights. Featuring tender potato gnocchi simmered in a luscious creamy sauce with savory Italian sausage, fresh spinach, and Parmesan cheese, it’s an easy stovetop dish that delivers rich flavors and satisfying textures in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 (16 oz) package shelf-stable potato gnocchi
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups baby spinach
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5–6 minutes.
- Sauté the Onion: Add the diced onion to the pan and cook until softened, approximately 3 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Add Garlic and Red Pepper Flakes: Stir in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using), cooking for another minute until fragrant but not burnt.
- Add Gnocchi and Liquids: Pour in the potato gnocchi, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Stir to combine everything well and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer and Thicken: Cover the pan and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gnocchi is tender and the sauce has thickened to a creamy consistency.
- Incorporate Cheese and Spinach: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and baby spinach. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the spinach wilts and the cheese melts into the sauce.
- Season and Serve: Season the dish with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil or parsley if desired for a fresh herbal note.
Notes
- Substitute sausage with ground turkey or plant-based sausage for a lighter or vegetarian option.
- Add mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes to enhance flavor and texture.
- This dish reheats well, making it ideal for meal prep or busy weeknights.
- Use gluten-free gnocchi to make this recipe gluten-free.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, increase the amount of red pepper flakes to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
