Italian Sausage and Gnocchi Skillet

Italian Sausage and Gnocchi Skillet

Recipes with Italian Sausage

This skillet dish combines the rich flavor of Italian sausage with soft gnocchi and a bright tomato sauce. It's a quick, comforting meal perfect for weeknights. The sausage adds a depth of flavor that elevates simple potato dumplings.

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

25 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Ingredients

  • 400g Italian Sausage, removed from casings
  • 500g gnocchi
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil, for garnish

Steps

1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the sausage, breaking it up with a spoon.

2

Add onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

3

Stir in crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.

4

Add gnocchi to the skillet and cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in Parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Tips

For extra flavor, consider using a spicy Italian sausage. Brown the sausage well to develop a nice crust and deepen the flavor.