Weeknight • Pasta
Speedy Skillet Sausage Gnocchi
This ridiculously easy skillet dish brings together savory sausage, tender gnocchi, and a vibrant tomato sauce for a quick weeknight meal.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Level
- Weeknight
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Craving something comforting and satisfying, but don't have hours to spend in the kitchen? This Speedy Skillet Sausage Gnocchi is your new best friend! It's packed with flavor, comes together in a single pan, and will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Yield: 4 servings
Main
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy, casings removed)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 (16 ounce) package potato gnocchi (shelf-stable)
- 1/2 cup fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
Preparation
Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
Step 2
Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes (if using) and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Step 3
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, then add the gnocchi. Stir well to combine, cover, and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the gnocchi are tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Step 4
Stir in the fresh spinach and Parmesan cheese until the spinach wilts. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan cheese.
Tips
- For a creamier sauce, stir in a splash of heavy cream or a spoonful of cream cheese at the end.
- Add a handful of chopped bell peppers along with the onion for extra veggies and flavor.
- Leftovers reheat well on the stovetop with a splash of broth or water.
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