Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Gnocchi (One-Pan, 20 Minutes)
Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Gnocchi (One-Pan, 20 Minutes) is the perfect blend of comfort and convenience, offering a luscious, flavorful dish that you can whip up in just 20 minutes. This quick recipe combines tender gnocchi with earthy mushrooms and vibrant spinach, all enveloped in a rich garlic cream sauce. Ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, this one-pan wonder minimizes cleanup while delivering maximum flavor. Whether served as a satisfying main course or paired with your favorite protein, this creamy delight is sure to impress even the pickiest eaters.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 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
- 16 oz potato gnocchi
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning (or Herbs from Provence)
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (or more)
- 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 large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms with salt and pepper, cooking until tender (5–7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute. Add Italian seasoning and smoked paprika.
- Pour in chicken broth followed by gnocchi; stir gently until coated. Cook until gnocchi float (3–4 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low, pour in heavy cream while stirring continuously. Simmer until sauce thickens (2–3 minutes).
- Fold in fresh spinach until wilted; adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 80mg