Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Gnocchi (One-Pan, 20 Minutes)
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Gnocchi, a delightful one-pan meal ready in just 20 minutes! This quick and easy recipe melds soft gnocchi with fresh spinach and savory mushrooms in a rich garlic cream sauce that will have everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this creamy vegetarian dish is simple to prepare yet packed with flavor. With minimal cleanup, you can focus on enjoying quality time with your loved ones while savoring every delicious bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 oz mushrooms (crimini)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 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 pan over medium heat. Sauté crimini mushrooms seasoned with salt and pepper until golden brown.
- Add potato gnocchi and chicken broth, simmering for 3-4 minutes until the gnocchi are cooked through.
- Pour in heavy cream, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and additional salt if needed. Simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Fold in fresh spinach and cook until wilted—about 1 minute.
- Serve hot, garnished with coarsely ground black pepper and red pepper flakes if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 85mg