Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Gnocchi (One-Pan, 20 Minutes)
A quick and cozy one-pan dinner featuring creamy sauce, flavorful mushrooms, and tender gnocchi cooked together for a filling and easy meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter For cooking the mushrooms.
- 8 ounces sliced mushrooms Cremini or white button mushrooms.
- 2 cloves minced garlic For flavor.
- 16 ounces shelf-stable potato gnocchi Or refrigerated/frozen gnocchi.
- 2 cups vegetable broth Used for cooking the gnocchi.
- 1 cup heavy cream For the creamy sauce.
- 4 ounces fresh spinach Will wilt down in the sauce.
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese For finishing the dish.
- to taste salt and pepper To season the dish.
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice Optional for brightness.
Instructions
Cooking
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add sliced mushrooms and let them brown for about 1 minute without stirring.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the gnocchi to the pan and pour in the vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle simmer and cover.
- Cook for about 5 minutes until the gnocchi is tender.
- Pour in the cream and allow to bubble for another minute or two to thicken.
- Stir in the spinach, allowing it to wilt, then add parmesan, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra parmesan if desired.
Notes
For best results, brown the mushrooms properly and avoid adding too much liquid. Use fresh parmesan for a richer flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g