This easy and creamy Pioneer Woman One-Pot Sausage Gnocchi is a quick, comforting meal perfect for busy nights. With just a few simple ingredients, you can enjoy a hearty dish packed with flavor. The crispy, golden breadcrumbs on top add a delightful crunch to every bite!
Ingredients Needed
- 2 Tbsp. salted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped and divided
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 1/4 tsp. kosher salt, divided, plus more to taste
- 3/4 tsp. ground black pepper, divided, plus more to taste
- 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided, plus more to serve
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, divided
- 1 lb. hot Italian sausage, casings removed
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 Tbsp. tomato paste
- 1 tsp. dried oregano
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 2 (12oz.) packages refrigerated gnocchi
- 1 (14.5oz.) can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 4 oz. cream cheese, cubed
- 1 (5oz.) bag baby spinach
How To Make Creamy One-Pot Sausage Gnocchi
- Toast the breadcrumbs: In a large, 12-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add 1 finely chopped garlic clove and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in panko breadcrumbs, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp pepper. Toast, stirring frequently, until golden and crispy, about 7-9 minutes. Remove from heat, transfer to a medium bowl, and cool for 5 minutes. Stir in ¼ cup parmesan and 1 tablespoon parsley.
- Cook the sausage and onion: In the same skillet, cook the sausage and onion over medium heat until browned and sausage is crumbly, 7-9 minutes. Stir in tomato paste, remaining 2 garlic cloves, oregano, ¾ tsp salt, and ½ tsp pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add wine and gnocchi: Pour in white wine and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until slightly reduced. Add gnocchi, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and cream cheese. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat, cover, and cook for 5 minutes without stirring.
- Stir in spinach: Uncover the skillet, stir in spinach, and cook until the sauce thickens and spinach wilts. Stir in remaining ½ cup parmesan cheese and 3 tablespoons parsley. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve: Serve the creamy sausage gnocchi topped with toasted breadcrumbs and extra parmesan.
Recipe Tips
- Use Fresh Sausage: For the best flavor, use fresh hot Italian sausage instead of pre-cooked. This helps the sausage become crispy and adds more depth to the dish.
- Toast Breadcrumbs Well: Make sure the breadcrumbs are golden and crispy for the perfect texture. Stir them often while toasting to prevent burning.
- Stir Gnocchi Gently: When adding gnocchi to the pan, stir gently to avoid breaking the soft pieces. Let them cook undisturbed for the best texture.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the dish before serving and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Sausage and broth can vary in saltiness, so you may need more or less seasoning.
- Add Spinach at the End: Add the spinach near the end of cooking to keep it bright and tender without overcooking. This helps it retain its flavor and nutrients.
How To Store & Reheat Leftovers
- Refrigerate: Let the Sausage Gnocchi cool, then store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freeze: Cool the dish before freezing. Store it in a container or freezer bag for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat in a skillet until hot.
- Reheating: Reheat leftovers one-pot sausage gnocchi in a skillet over low heat for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until warmed through. Add a splash of broth or water if the sauce thickens too much.
Nutition Fact
- Calories: 797 kcal
- Fat: 37 g
- Saturated fat: 16 g
- Trans fat: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 178 mg
- Sodium: 962 mg
- Carbohydrates: 75 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 6 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Calcium: 339 mg
- Iron: 7 mg
- Potassium: 805 mg
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Pioneer Woman Creamy One-Pot Sausage Gnocchi
Description
This easy and creamy Pioneer Woman One-Pot Sausage Gnocchi is a quick, comforting meal perfect for busy nights. With just a few simple ingredients, you can enjoy a hearty dish packed with flavor. The crispy, golden breadcrumbs on top add a delightful crunch to every bite!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Toast the breadcrumbs: In a large, 12-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add 1 finely chopped garlic clove and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in panko breadcrumbs, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp pepper. Toast, stirring frequently, until golden and crispy, about 7-9 minutes. Remove from heat, transfer to a medium bowl, and cool for 5 minutes. Stir in ¼ cup parmesan and 1 tablespoon parsley.
- Cook the sausage and onion: In the same skillet, cook the sausage and onion over medium heat until browned and sausage is crumbly, 7-9 minutes. Stir in tomato paste, remaining 2 garlic cloves, oregano, ¾ tsp salt, and ½ tsp pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add wine and gnocchi: Pour in white wine and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until slightly reduced. Add gnocchi, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and cream cheese. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat, cover, and cook for 5 minutes without stirring.
- Stir in spinach: Uncover the skillet, stir in spinach, and cook until the sauce thickens and spinach wilts. Stir in remaining ½ cup parmesan cheese and 3 tablespoons parsley. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve: Serve the creamy sausage gnocchi topped with toasted breadcrumbs and extra parmesan.
Notes
- Use Fresh Sausage: For the best flavor, use fresh hot Italian sausage instead of pre-cooked. This helps the sausage become crispy and adds more depth to the dish.
- Toast Breadcrumbs Well: Make sure the breadcrumbs are golden and crispy for the perfect texture. Stir them often while toasting to prevent burning.
- Stir Gnocchi Gently: When adding gnocchi to the pan, stir gently to avoid breaking the soft pieces. Let them cook undisturbed for the best texture.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the dish before serving and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Sausage and broth can vary in saltiness, so you may need more or less seasoning.
- Add Spinach at the End: Add the spinach near the end of cooking to keep it bright and tender without overcooking. This helps it retain its flavor and nutrients.
Pioneer Woman Creamy One-Pot Sausage Gnocchi