Creamy Tuscan Parmesan Gnocchi
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By Alyssa Rivers
on Dec 06, 2023 |
Creamy Tuscan Parmesan Gnocchi has the most incredible creamy sauce with spinach and sun-dried tomatoes. This is an easy meal packed with flavor that can be on the dinner table in less than 30 minutes!
Reasons You’ll Love This Recipe
- Easy to Make: This recipe comes together in just 25 minutes. It’s perfect for busy weeknights with the family.
- Comfort Food: The warm, fluffy gnocchi cooks up perfectly in the creamy Tuscan sauce. Everyone will gobble this dish up!
- Versatile: The classic flavors in this dish go great with anything, for any occasion. Whip up some of my garlic bread and my olive garden copycat salad.
Ingredients Needed for Creamy Tuscan Gnocchi
The ingredient list features simple, everyday items that come together to create a delicious dinner your family will love! For exact measurements, be sure to check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- Gnocchi: Use refrigerated gnocchi for best results.
- Olive Oil: For frying the gnocchi in the pan.
- Heavy Cream: Makes the sauce rich and creamy.
- Chicken Broth: Adds liquid and flavor to the sauce to get the perfect consistency.
- Parmesan Cheese: I recommend freshly grated parmesan cheese for the best flavor and texture in your sauce.
- Garlic Powder: Gives the dish a boost of delicious savory flavor.
- Italian Seasoning: This homemade Italian seasoning is easy to make and will give your sauce incredible flavor. Feel free to use store-bought if you’d like.
- Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Adds a tart acidity to the sauce that is a great balance to the cream.
- Spinach: Use freshly chopped spinach to add a pop of color and extra nutrients to the sauce.
How to Make Tuscan Parmesan Gnocchi
One of the best parts of this meal is how easily you can put together a delicious dinner at home. It’s so easy, but it looks and tastes gourmet. Here’s the simple process:
- Fry the Gnocchi: Add olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add in the gnocchi and fry for a few minutes until golden and crisp. Remove the gnocchi from the skillet and set aside.
- Make Sauce: Returning to the same skillet, add the heavy cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and parmesan cheese. Whisk over medium-high heat until it starts to thicken.
- Add Vegetables: Add the spinach and sundried tomatoes and let it simmer until the spinach starts to wilt.
- Combine: Add the fried gnocchi back to the pan with the sauce. Then gently toss to combine.
Tips and Variations
Creamy Tuscan Parmesan Gnocchi is a great family dinner that everyone will enjoy. And, if you’ve never tried gnocchi, now’s the time to whip this up! Here are some tips and ways to make this recipe your own.
- Add Protein: To boost the protein of this dish, add some shredded chicken, Italian sausage, shrimp, or salmon.
- Cream: Half and half is an acceptable substitute, but your sauce will be slightly more watery and less rich.
- Don’t Overcook the Spinach: Add the spinach towards the end of simmering to retain its bright color and tasty texture. You want it to be just wilted, not mushy.
- Adjust Texture: If the Tuscan sauce is too thick, add some chicken broth or cream to adjust the consistency. Keep adding until it’s just right.
- Garnish With Herbs: Top your gnocchi with Italian herbs like fresh basil or parsley for a beautiful presentation and extra flavor!
Storing Leftovers
This recipe is so delicious. It’s rare to have leftovers of this Creamy Tuscan Parmesan Gnocchi! But if you do, it stores very well and tastes wonderful the next day!
- In the Refrigerator: Let the gnocchi cool completely. Then, transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the fridge for 3-4 days.
- In the Freezer: You can freeze this for a quick and easy meal later! Place it in a freezer-safe container and freeze it for up to 3 months.
- To Reheat: If frozen, let thaw in the fridge overnight. Once thawed, you can heat it on the stove over medium heat. Be sure to whisk the sauce thoroughly to bring it back to its original creamy consistency. Add additional chicken broth or cream if your sauce is breaking.
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In a medium-sized skillet over medium-high heat add the olive oil. Add in the gnocchi and fry until golden for a few minutes until golden and crisp. Remove the gnocchi from the skillet and set aside.
Returning to the same skillet, add the heavy cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and parmesan cheese. Whisk over medium-high heat until it starts to thicken.
Add the spinach and sundried tomatoes and let it simmer until the spinach starts to wilt.
Add the fried gnocchi back to the pan with the sauce. Gently toss to combine.
Serving: 1servingCalories: 655kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 17gFat: 50gSaturated Fat: 26gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 119mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 654mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2353IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 414mgIron: 5mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.