Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Gnocchi (One-Pan, 20 Minutes) Recipe
This Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Gnocchi is a quick and delicious one-pan meal that comes together in just 20 minutes. Featuring tender potato gnocchi cooked in a luscious cream sauce with garlic, mushrooms, fresh spinach, and warming Italian spices, this recipe offers a perfect balance of comfort and freshness. Ideal for busy weeknights, it requires minimal cleanup and delivers maximum flavor with simple ingredients.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 8 oz crimini mushrooms, sliced
- 5 oz fresh spinach
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Pantry Items & Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning (or Herbs from Provence)
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (plus more if desired)
- ¼ teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
- Coarsely ground black pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes, to taste
Carbohydrates
- 16 oz potato gnocchi
Instructions
- Cook mushrooms: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large, high-sided, heavy-bottomed skillet over high heat. Add sliced mushrooms seasoned with salt and pepper, cooking for about 1 to 2 minutes until they are lightly browned and softened. Remove half of the cooked mushrooms to a plate and set aside.
- Make creamy sauce: To the same skillet with the remaining cooked mushrooms, add the uncooked potato gnocchi, chicken broth, heavy cream, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Cook gnocchi: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Cover the skillet with a lid and let it cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gnocchi is tender and the sauce is bubbling.
- Add spinach: Stir in the fresh spinach and continue cooking on medium heat for another 5 minutes, stirring frequently until the spinach wilts to your liking. For a thicker sauce, cook longer as desired.
- Season to taste: Adjust seasoning with additional salt, freshly ground black pepper, red pepper flakes, and smoked paprika, if you prefer more heat or smoky flavor.
- Assemble and serve: Top the creamy gnocchi and spinach mixture with the reserved half of cooked mushrooms. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version but expect a slightly less creamy texture.
- For a vegetarian option, replace chicken broth with vegetable broth.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, cook the gnocchi uncovered for the last few minutes to reduce the liquid.
- Add Parmesan cheese on top for extra richness and flavor.
- Adjust red pepper flakes according to your heat preference.
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