Description
This creamy one-pot sausage gnocchi recipe is a comforting and hearty meal perfect for weeknight dinners. It features savory browned sausage, tender gnocchi, and a rich, flavorful creamy tomato sauce, all cooked together in a single pot for easy preparation and minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage and Vegetables
- 1 lb sausage
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasoning and Liquids
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 can diced tomatoes (about 14.5 oz)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
Pasta and Garnishes
- 1 lb gnocchi
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the sausage: In a large pot over medium heat, brown the sausage until it is fully cooked and no longer pink. Break it apart into small pieces as it cooks for even browning.
- Sauté onion and garlic: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot with the sausage. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add seasonings and liquids: Stir in the Italian seasoning, diced tomatoes with their juice, chicken broth, heavy cream, and uncooked gnocchi. Mix everything together thoroughly in the pot.
- Simmer and cook gnocchi: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook uncovered for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gnocchi is tender and cooked through, and the sauce has thickened nicely.
- Season to taste: Taste the sauce and add salt and pepper as needed to balance the flavors.
- Serve with toppings: Spoon the creamy sausage gnocchi into bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese and freshly chopped parsley for a bright, flavorful finish.
Notes
- This dish can be made with spicy Italian sausage for extra heat or mild sausage for a more subtle flavor.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, let it simmer a few minutes longer before serving.
- Fresh gnocchi works best but frozen gnocchi can also be used—adjust cooking times if necessary.
- Leftovers reheat well in a skillet over low heat with a splash of broth or cream to loosen the sauce.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk or a dairy-free cream alternative.
