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Italian Sausage Gnocchi Skillet Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

This Italian Sausage Gnocchi Skillet is a comforting one-pan dinner featuring savory Italian sausage, pillowy gnocchi, juicy tomatoes, fresh spinach, and creamy Parmesan. Cooked all together in a single skillet, it offers a quick, flavorful meal with minimal cleanup, making it perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

Meat and Dairy

  • 1 lb (450 g) Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Vegetables and Herbs

  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped

Dry and Pantry

  • 1 lb (450 g) shelf-stable or refrigerated gnocchi
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat to prepare for cooking the sausage.
  2. Cook Italian sausage: Add the Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook for 5–7 minutes until browned and fully cooked through.
  3. Sauté onion: Add the diced onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened and translucent.
  4. Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds to release its aroma.
  5. Add gnocchi and tomatoes: Incorporate the gnocchi, cherry tomatoes, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, and optional red pepper flakes into the skillet.
  6. Simmer: Cover the skillet and simmer for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gnocchi are tender and have absorbed some flavor.
  7. Add cream and spinach: Stir in the heavy cream and fresh spinach, cooking for 2–3 minutes until the spinach wilts and the sauce slightly thickens.
  8. Season: Season the dish with salt and black pepper according to taste.
  9. Add Parmesan: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and cook for another minute to melt it into the sauce.
  10. Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, garnish with fresh basil and additional Parmesan cheese, then serve hot.

Notes

  • Use mild or spicy Italian sausage depending on your flavor preference.
  • Add mushrooms, zucchini, or bell peppers to boost vegetable content.
  • Shelf-stable gnocchi works particularly well in this recipe for texture.
  • When reheating leftovers, add a splash of chicken broth if the sauce thickens too much.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Find it online: https://sarasplate.com/italian-sausage-gnocchi-skillet-recipe/