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Creamy Tuscan Gnocchi

A rich and flavorful one-pan gnocchi dish in creamy garlic sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. Comforting, elegant, and ready in 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Tuscan
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped, packed in oil
  • 1 cup baby spinach loosely packed
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 16 oz potato gnocchi fresh or shelf-stable
  • 0.5 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish
  • extra Parmesan for topping
  • fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
  2. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another minute.
  3. Add heavy cream, chicken broth, and seasonings. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
  4. Add gnocchi directly into the sauce. Simmer for 6–8 minutes until tender and sauce thickens.
  5. Stir in spinach and Parmesan. Mix until spinach wilts and sauce becomes creamy.
  6. Adjust seasoning, garnish with basil or parsley, and serve hot.

Notes

Use good-quality sun-dried tomatoes for the best flavor. Add grilled chicken or shrimp for protein.