Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Gnocchi (One-Pan, 20 Minutes) Recipe
This Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Gnocchi is a quick and comforting one-pan meal ready in just 20 minutes. Tender potato gnocchi are cooked in a luscious sauce made from heavy cream, chicken broth, and vibrant seasonings, complemented by sautéed cremini mushrooms and fresh spinach. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this dish offers rich flavors with minimal cleanup.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
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Mushrooms:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Gnocchi and Sauce:
- 16 oz potato gnocchi
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning or Herbs de Provence
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (or more to taste)
- 5 oz fresh spinach
- ¼ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- Coarsely ground black pepper (to taste)
- Red pepper flakes (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook Mushrooms: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large, high-sided, heavy-bottomed skillet over high heat. Add sliced cremini mushrooms seasoned with salt and pepper. Sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until they are lightly browned and softened. Remove half of the cooked mushrooms onto a plate and set aside.
- Make Creamy Sauce: In the same skillet with the remaining mushrooms, add the uncooked potato gnocchi, chicken broth, heavy cream, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Stir well to combine.
- Cook Gnocchi: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, cover the skillet with a lid and let the gnocchi cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the sauce to thicken and the gnocchi to become tender.
- Add Spinach: Stir in the fresh spinach and continue to cook over medium heat for another 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the spinach wilts and the sauce reaches your desired thickness. For a thicker sauce, cook a bit longer.
- Season and Assemble: Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings with additional salt, freshly ground black pepper, red pepper flakes, and smoked paprika as desired. Finally, top the dish with the reserved cooked mushrooms.
Notes
- Using a heavy-bottomed skillet ensures even heat distribution and prevents burning.
- If you prefer a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth and use a plant-based cream alternative.
- You can add Parmesan cheese for extra richness if desired.
- For thicker sauce, simply cook uncovered for a few more minutes to reduce the liquid.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheat gently on the stovetop.
Keywords: creamy gnocchi, spinach gnocchi, mushroom gnocchi, one-pan meal, quick dinner, Italian comfort food