One Pot Tuscan Sausage Gnocchi Soup – Creamy, Cozy, Flavor-Packed Comfort Food

If there’s one dinner that checks every box — cozy, creamy, hearty, flavorful, and unbelievably easy — it’s One Pot Tuscan Sausage Gnocchi Soup. This soup tastes like a restaurant-style creamy Italian dish, but it comes together in under 30 minutes and uses only simple pantry ingredients. It’s the kind of recipe you make once and instantly add to your permanent rotation.

Think of it as the perfect cross between Olive Garden’s Zuppa Toscana and a creamy gnocchi skillet. You get the richness of Italian sausage, the chewiness of soft gnocchi, the sweetness of sun-dried tomatoes, and the freshness of spinach — all swimming in a creamy, garlicky broth that tastes like a warm hug.

Everything cooks in just ONE pot, meaning no juggling pans, no extra dishes, and no stress. Perfect for weeknights, meal prep, or chilly evenings when you want something comforting but quick.

Let’s break down why this Tuscan soup is so irresistible.

Why This Soup Works So Well

🍖 Sausage = built-in flavor base

Italian sausage seasons the soup naturally with herbs, spices, and richness.

🥔 Gnocchi cooks directly in the broth

It releases starch, thickening the soup and making it extra creamy.

🌿 Spinach + sun-dried tomatoes = Tuscan vibes

Just like classic Tuscan pasta dishes, they add sweetness, brightness, and color.

🧄 Cream + broth = silky perfection

Balanced and not too heavy.

🍲 One-pot simplicity

A full dinner in one pot? Dream meal.

Ingredients for One Pot Tuscan Sausage Gnocchi Soup

• Italian sausage
• Potato gnocchi
• Onion + garlic
• Spinach
• Sun-dried tomatoes
• Chicken broth
• Heavy cream
• Parmesan
• Olive oil + spices

Everything is easy to find and cooks quickly.

Ingredients

Base

• 1 lb Italian sausage
• 1 tbsp olive oil (if needed)
• 1 small onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Soup

• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 lb potato gnocchi
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups fresh spinach
• ½ cup grated parmesan
• Salt & pepper to taste

Garnish

• Extra parmesan
• Red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. Brown the sausage:
   Heat a large pot over medium heat. Cook sausage until browned, breaking it apart. Drain excess fat if needed.
2. Sauté aromatics:
   Add onion and cook until softened. Stir in garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes for 1 minute.
3. Add broth + gnocchi:
   Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add gnocchi and cook for 3–4 minutes until tender.
4. Add cream + spinach:
   Stir in heavy cream, spinach, and parmesan. Simmer gently until spinach wilts and soup thickens slightly.
5. Season + serve:
   Taste and add salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with parmesan or chili flakes.

One Pot Tuscan Sausage Gnocchi Soup

A creamy, cozy, flavor-packed soup with Italian sausage, gnocchi, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes—all made in one pot in under 30 minutes.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 18 minutes mins

Total Time 28 minutes mins

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner, Soup

Cuisine: American, Italian-inspired

Calories: 430

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Base

• 1 lb Italian sausage
• 1 tbsp olive oil if needed
• 1 onion diced
• 4 cloves garlic minced
• 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes optional

Soup

• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 lb potato gnocchi
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups fresh spinach
• 0.5 cup parmesan grated

Equipment

• Large pot
• Knife
• Cutting board

Method

 

1. Brown sausage in a large pot over medium heat and drain excess fat.
2. Add onion and cook until softened. Stir in garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
3. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add gnocchi and cook for 3–4 minutes.
4. Stir in heavy cream, spinach, and parmesan. Simmer until spinach wilts and soup thickens slightly.
5. Season with salt and pepper and serve with extra parmesan.

Notes

For extra richness, stir 1–2 tbsp sun-dried tomato oil into the soup.

Tips for the BEST Tuscan Gnocchi Soup

✔ Don’t overcook the gnocchi

They only need a few minutes.

✔ Let the soup thicken naturally

Gnocchi starch makes it velvety.

✔ Heavy cream = best texture

Milk or half-and-half can curdle if cooked too high.

✔ Sun-dried tomatoes in oil add more flavor

Use the oil as a drizzle for extra richness.

✔ Freshly grated parmesan melts better

Pre-shredded won’t blend as smoothly.

Variations

🌿 Light version

Use half-and-half instead of cream (add at the end off heat).

🍅 Tomato version

Add 1 cup crushed tomatoes to the broth.

🥬 Kale swap

Use chopped kale instead of spinach.

🐔 Chicken variation

Use ground chicken or turkey with extra spices.

🌶 Spicy version

Double the chili flakes or use hot Italian sausage.

Serving Suggestions

• Crusty bread
• Garlic knots
• Parmesan toast
• Side salad
• Roasted veggies

This soup is hearty enough to be a full meal on its own.

FAQ

Can I use shelf-stable gnocchi?

Yes — it works perfectly.

Can I freeze it?

Not recommended — cream + gnocchi can separate.

How long does it keep?

Up to 4 days in the fridge.

Can I make it dairy-free?

Use coconut milk + dairy-free parmesan.