Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Gnocchi (One-Pan, 20 Minutes)
Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Gnocchi is a delightful one-pan dish that combines tender gnocchi with fresh spinach and savory mushrooms in a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect for those busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this recipe comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for anyone looking for a quick yet satisfying meal. With vibrant vegetables and comforting flavors, this dish is sure to please even the pickiest eaters. Serve it hot with crusty bread or alongside your favorite protein for a complete meal that feels like a warm hug on a plate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pan
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 oz mushrooms (crimini)
- salt and pepper
- 16 oz potato gnocchi
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 5 oz fresh spinach
- ¼ teaspoon salt (to taste)
- coarsely ground black pepper (to taste)
- red pepper flakes (to taste)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms, seasoning with salt and pepper. Sauté until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and smoked paprika; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add potato gnocchi and chicken broth. Simmer until gnocchi floats to the surface, about 2-3 minutes.
- Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream and fresh spinach. Let simmer until spinach wilts into the sauce, about 2-3 minutes.
- Season to taste with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg