Description
One-Pot Gnocchi Sausage Skillet is a delightful and comforting dish that’s perfect for those busy weeknights when you crave something delicious but don’t have a lot of time to cook. With its creamy texture and flavorful ingredients, this dish comes together in just one pan, offering an easy cleanup and a hearty meal that the whole family will enjoy. The combination of Italian sausage, tender gnocchi, and fresh spinach enveloped in a rich tomato and cream sauce creates a tasty symphony of flavors that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
- 1 pound store-bought potato gnocchi
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 can (14.5 ounce) diced tomatoes with juices
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 ounce cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
- 3 cup fresh baby spinach
- 2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
1. Start by heating the olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the Italian sausage. Use a wooden spoon to break it apart and cook for about 6 to 8 minutes, or until it’s browned and crumbly. After cooking, make sure to drain any excess grease from the skillet to keep the dish from becoming too oily.
2. Next, add the diced yellow onion to the skillet and sauté it for 3 to 4 minutes until it becomes softened and translucent. Then stir in the minced garlic, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Cook this aromatic mixture for 1 to 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the garlic to become fragrant.
3. It’s time to deglaze that flavorful goodness! Pour in the chicken broth and use your spoon to scrape up any delicious browned bits stuck to the bottom of the pan. This step is essential as those bits are full of flavor and will elevate the overall taste of your One-Pot Gnocchi Sausage Skillet.
4. Now, stir in the diced tomatoes along with their juices, followed by the heavy cream and softened cream cheese. Mix everything until the cream cheese is fully melted and incorporated into the sauce. This will create a rich and creamy base for your gnocchi.
5. Add the store-bought potato gnocchi to the skillet, ensuring each piece is well-coated in the sauce. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then cover the skillet and let it cook for about 5 minutes undisturbed. This will allow the gnocchi to cook perfectly while soaking up all those amazing flavors.
6. After 5 minutes, uncover the skillet and stir in the fresh baby spinach and half of the grated Parmesan cheese. Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until the spinach is wilted, and the sauce thickens beautifully, enveloping the gnocchi in creamy goodness.
7. To finish off your One-Pot Gnocchi Sausage Skillet, sprinkle the remaining Parmesan over the top and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve this dish immediately straight from the skillet for a warm, home-cooked experience!
Notes
Choosing the Right Sausage: Opt for mild sausage if you prefer a family-friendly dish, or choose hot sausage for a kick of spice.
Perfectly Cooked Gnocchi: If you’re using fresh gnocchi, it will cook quicker than store-bought. Keep an eye on the cooking time to avoid overcooking, which can result in mushiness.
Variations to Try: Feel free to experiment! Try adding other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini, or swap the cream for a different type of cheese for a unique flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg