Gnocchi with Sausage and Spinach
Creamy, comforting, and packed with bold Italian flavors, this Gnocchi with Sausage and Spinach recipe is a 30-minute weeknight dinner that feels delightfully indulgent. Featuring tender potato gnocchi, savory Italian sausage, and fresh baby spinach, all enveloped in a rich Parmesan and heavy cream sauce, this dish strikes the perfect balance between hearty and wholesome. A touch of garlic and optional red pepper flakes adds depth and a hint of heat, while chicken broth enhances the sauce’s velvety texture. This one-pan meal is perfect for busy nights yet elegant enough to serve guests. Pair it with a crisp green salad or a warm slice of crusty bread for a restaurant-worthy dining experience at home. Keywords: gnocchi with sausage, gnocchi and spinach recipe, creamy gnocchi, easy Italian dinner, quick one-pan meals.
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Ingredients
- 16 ounces potato gnocchi
- 8 ounces Italian sausage (mild or spicy, casings removed)
- 5 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 units garlic cloves (minced)
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the gnocchi according to the package instructions. This typically takes 2-3 minutes until the gnocchi float to the surface. Drain and set aside.
Step 2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the Italian sausage to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove excess fat if necessary, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the skillet.
Step 4
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Step 5
Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet for added flavor.
Step 6
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
Step 7
Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet and gently toss to coat in the creamy sauce.
Step 8
Add the baby spinach to the skillet and stir gently until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
Step 9
Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed.
Step 10
Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1333.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2761.5 |
| Total Fat 209.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 105.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.5g | |
| Cholesterol 577.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6596.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 94.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 4.8g | |
| Protein 99.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 36.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1626.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1425.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories