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Creamy Tuscan Gnocchi

Creamy Tuscan Gnocchi: Your 20-Minute Comfort Dinner Delight

Creamy Tuscan Gnocchi is a quick, rich, and satisfying one-pan pasta dish ready in just 20 minutes!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can use neutral oil if olive oil is unavailable.
  • 4 oz Sun-Dried Tomatoes Packed in oil for added richness.
  • 5 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 0.5 cup Chicken Broth Substitute with vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can use half-and-half or non-dairy cream for vegan options.
For the Gnocchi
  • 16 oz Potato Gnocchi Can substitute with cauliflower gnocchi.
For the Vegetables
  • 5 oz Fresh Spinach Wilts perfectly in the creamy sauce.
  • 7 oz Artichoke Hearts Canned and chopped; marinated artichokes can add extra zest.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Substitute with dried oregano or basil if needed.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Paprika Optional for those who prefer less spice.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to your taste.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Add to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Leaves Garnish; substitute with dried thyme if fresh isn’t available.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Tuscan Gnocchi
  1. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Once the oil shimmers, add 4 ounces of chopped sun-dried tomatoes along with 16 ounces of uncooked potato gnocchi and 5 minced garlic cloves. Toss everything together and sauté for about 2 minutes until the garlic becomes fragrant and the gnocchi begins to brown slightly.
  2. Pour in ½ cup of chicken broth and 1 cup of heavy cream, stirring to combine with the sautéed ingredients. Increase the heat to bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Allow the sauce to simmer gently for about 5 minutes until thickened.
  3. Stir in 5 ounces of fresh spinach and 7 ounces of chopped artichoke hearts into the skillet. Continue cooking over medium heat for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the spinach wilts and the sauce reaches your desired thickness.
  4. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as desired, adding ¼ teaspoon of salt, a pinch of red pepper flakes, and ½ teaspoon of paprika. Stir thoroughly and consider garnishing with 1 teaspoon of fresh thyme leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with added broth or cream to revive the sauce consistency. For freezing, do so before adding spinach and artichokes.

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