Gnocchi recipes are always at the top of my list because they’re filled with flavor, satiating and offer you a variety of flavors to indulge in. Below are over two dozen recipes that you can follow to change up your basic gnocchi for something more flavorful.
25+ Easy Gnocchi Recipes Perfect for Lunch and Dinner
1. Gnocchi with Ground Beef
One pan is all you need for this recipe, which adds ground beef for added protein and onion, garlic and Italian seasoning for flavor, diced tomatoes, broth, heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
Start by cooking your onions and ground beef in a large pan, add in your broth, heavy cream and gnocchi. Let bubble and simmer for 5 minutes.
2. Creamy Tomato Gnocchi with Burrata
A large skillet and a stock pot are all you need for this recipe, which calls for garlic cloves, cherry tomatoes, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, heavy cream, potato gnocchi, burrata cheese and basil leaves.
3. Tasty Garlic Butter Parmesan Fried Gnocchi
Fried gnocchi recipes made it on the list, and this was a must-try for me. You’ll break the recipe down into main components:
- Gnocchi with butter
- Seasoning and flavor with fine sea salt and minced garlic
- Toppings made from grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley
Heat the butter in a skillet, add the gnocchi, fry, add garlic and cheese, garnish and serve.
4. Cheesy Broccoli Gnocchi Skillet
Use a Dutch oven to combine your broth, broccoli, garlic powder, salt and pepper, red pepper flakes, onion powder, paprika, dried parsley and gnocchi together. Bring to a simmer, cook until the broccoli is tender and then stir in cubed cream cheese and shredded mozzarella cheese.
Sprinkle any cheese on top of the skillet, melt and then add your garnish.
5. One Pan Creamy Tomato Gnocchi with Chicken Sausage
Chicken sausage, tomato paste, low-sodium chicken broth, Italian seasoning, gnocchi, spinach, cheese and basil come together in this single-pot dish. You can also make this recipe your own by making it dairy-free or vegetarian.
6. Marry Me Gnocchi
A sundried tomato sauce is tossed with pillowy gnocchi and topped with fresh parmesan cheese and basil in this dish. Prep time is a mere 5 minutes, while cook time is another 15. You’ll also need:
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- Chicken broth
- Heavy cream
- Red pepper flakes
- Baby spinach
- Parmesan cheese
- Italian seasoning
- Butter
7. Creamy Tuscan Gnocchi
Tuscan gnocchi recipes require potato gnocchi, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper, chicken broth, baby spinach, basil, parsley, garlic cloves, sun-dried tomatoes and yellow onion. Butter, heavy cream and Parmesan cheese come together for a super creamy gnocchi that melts in the mouth.
8. Tasty Garlic Butter Gnocchi
Gnocchi recipes are rarely this delish. You’ll use frozen gnocchi, unsalted butter, minced garlic, fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese. Fill your pot with water and add salt. Bring to a boil. Add your gnocchi and then in a large skillet, add your unsalted butter.
Heat until it bubbles, add minced garlic and then drain the gnocchi.
Coat the gnocchi with the sauce, remove from the heat and sprinkle on grated Parmesan cheese and parsley.
9. Gnocchi with Pomodoro Sauce
A delightful pomodoro sauce covers your potato gnocchi in a recipe that incorporates fresh balls of mozzarella, Parm cheese, heavy cream, oregano, rosemary, Italian parsley, basil, diced yellow onion and San Marzano tomatoes.
10. Gnocchi with Tomato and Cheese Sauce and Arugula
Healthier and lighter than most recipes on the list, this gnocchi recipe uses standard gnocchi, tomato, cheese and arugula for a light dish. You can add grape tomatoes on top for added flavor.
11. Baked Gnocchi with Sausage
Preheat your oven to 400℉ and in the meantime, heat oil in a large skillet. Add in the Italian sausage, cook and break down with a spoon. Add in your minced garlic, stir in your marinara sauce, salt, pepper and Italian herbs.
Allow to simmer for 2-3 minutes, add gnocchi and stir to coat.
Sprinkle in mozzarella and coat the top with Parmesan cheese, transfer to a skillet and bake until bubbly.
12. Gnocchi Carbonara
Gnocchi carbonara adds diced bacon, eggs and grated Parmesan cheese together for a rich flavor filled with aromatics. Your aromatics include:
- Garlic
- Fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper
Of course, you’ll need olive oil to cook the bacon.
13. Creamy Pesto Gnocchi
Creamy pesto gnocchi recipes like these are always a treat because you can make them in one pan in twenty minutes. You’ll need pesto, heavy cream, wine or chicken broth, garlic, gnocchi and Parmesan cheese.
Heat your pesto, cream, garlic and wine in a deep skillet.
Once the sauce bubbles, stir in your gnocchi and then cover for five minutes. Remove the cover, stir until the sauce thickens and finally, add Parmesan cheese at the end.
14. Spinach Courgette Gnocchi
Spinach gnocchi is easy to make. Swirl olive oil, cheese and cherry tomatoes into a bowl. Add in your sauce, water and sliced potatoes. Stir in your gnocchi and then add basil leaves before covering the pan.
Stir one last time, grate Parmesan cheese on top and serve.
15. Creamy Homemade Lemon Parmesan Gnocchi
Heat a large skillet with olive oil on high heat before adding in your onions. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until the onions are golden brown. Add your garlic next and cook for an additional minute.
Stir in the chicken broth, deglaze it and then add your heavy cream and lemon zest.
Add in your gnocchi and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Turn off the heat, stir in your Parm cheese and juice half a lemon. Season and add chopped parsley.
16. Baked Gnocchi with Feta
You’ll need a sheet pan for this recipe, which has you mix the following ingredients together:
- Gnocchi
- Onions
- Tomatoes
- Red and yellow peppers
- Olive oil and spices
Spread on your pan and place a large block of feta in the middle before baking.
17. Quick Gnocchi Casserole
I love this recipe because it’s perfect for a busy night. All of the ingredients are frozen. Just toss them together to combine and bake.
You’ll need frozen gnocchi, spinach, mozzarella and tomatoes.
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18. Millionaire Gnocchi with Creamy Sauce
I’m not sure why this recipe is called “millionaire,” but it sure does taste delicious. The buttery, cream sauce is what makes this so tasty.
It’s a simple sauce made with garlic, heavy cream, cheese and spices. Once you’ve made the sauce, combine it with the gnocchi and add fresh herbs.
19. Pan Fried Gnocchi with Spinach
One of my favorite gnocchi recipes for those nights when I want something quick and delicious. It pairs store-bought gnocchi (you can use homemade as well if you want) with sundried tomatoes, sundried tomato oil, olive oil, sage, spinach, garlic and Parmesan cheese.
The trick is to fry the gnocchi before you start adding anything else to the dish. It creates a nice texture and flavor.
20. Spinach and Mushroom Gnocchi
A hearty and delicious dish that will leave you full and satisfied. This recipe combines sliced mushrooms (use your favorite type), garlic, smoked paprika, olive oil, spinach and Italian seasoning. I like to add some heavy cream to give it some extra creaminess.
You can use any type of green you want for this dish. Kale and arugula both work well.
21. Buttery Tuscan Gnocchi
This recipe pairs dry gnocchi with a creamy sundried tomato sauce that is divine. While the recipe also calls for spinach, you can use any green you like.
It takes just 25 minutes to prepare this recipe from start to finish, which makes it perfect for a busy weeknight meal.
22. Tuscan Gnocchi Recipe
Want to learn how to make gnocchi from scratch? You need this recipe. Not only will you make the gnocchi from scratch, but you’ll also learn how to create a tasty cherry tomato sauce to pair with it.
I recommend serving this with plenty of Parmesan cheese.
23. French Onion Gnocchi
A rich and flavorful dish that everyone will love. Just make sure that you set aside time to prepare it. The first step is to caramelize the onions, which can take up to 60 minutes.
But it’s so worth the effort to make this delicious recipe.
24. Gnocchi Alfredo Style
A tasty gnocchi dish that starts with fried bacon or pancetta. Then, add roasted garlic, milk, flour and a little oil. Cook until thickened. Then, toss in your gnocchi.
Mix, and toss in some shredded cheese. Top with the cooked bacon and serve.
25. Pan Fried Cheesy Broccoli Gnocchi
Delicious and comforting, this gnocchi dish will quickly become a regular part of your dinner rotation.
It pairs gnocchi with fresh broccoli and a homemade cream cheese sauce. Before serving, you’ll top with mozzarella cheese and put under the grill for about 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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26. Creamy Gnocchi with Spinach and Feta
This recipe pairs gnocchi with a rich, heavy cream sauce, spinach and feta cheese. Garlic, onion and a pinch of nutmeg add so much flavor to this dish.
If you’re not a fan of spinach, feel free to use kale or arugula instead.
27. Easy Summer Gnocchi
A tasty gnocchi recipe that’s perfect for those warm summer nights. I love this recipe because it’s so versatile. Along with the gnocchi itself, you’ll need 3 cups of veggies. Use any type you like: zucchini, sweet corn kernels, cherry tomatoes – the list goes on.
All of these ingredients are cooked in a tasty butter sauce with garlic, shallots and white wine. Combine everything into the skillet and stir to combine.
