Name: Crispy Gnocchi With Sausage & Broccoli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 500 g (1 lb) Potato Gnocchi: Choose firm gnocchi for maximum crispiness.; 300 g (10.5 oz) Chicken Sausage: Sliced into 1 cm rounds.; 250 g (9 oz) Broccoli Florets: Approximately 2 cups, tightly packed and bright green.; 2 Tbsp (30 ml) Olive Oil: Extra-virgin olive oil for sautéing.; 1 Tbsp (15 ml) Unsalted Butter: Adds richness to the sauce.; 2 cloves Garlic: Minced for aromatic flavor.; ½ tsp (2.5 ml) Smoked Paprika: Adds a smoky twist.; ¼ tsp (1.25 ml) Red Pepper Flakes: Optional, for a touch of heat.; ¼ cup (60 ml) Low-Sodium Vegetable Broth: Deglazes the pan and creates a flavorful base.; ¼ cup (60 ml) Heavy Cream: Adds a luxurious silkiness.; ¼ cup (25 g) Grated Parmesan Cheese: Adds salty, umami flavor.; Zest of 1 Lemon: Brightens the dish with citrus.; 2 Tbsp (30 ml) Toasted Pine Nuts: Provides a delightful crunch.; 2 Tbsp (8 g) Fresh Parsley: Chopped for color and fresh flavor.; Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper: To taste.

Description

This recipe creates crispy gnocchi tossed with savory sausage, tender broccoli, and a creamy sauce, offering a quick and flavorful weeknight meal. It’s a one-pan wonder perfect for cozy nights in.

Ingredients

Scale

500 g (1 lb) Potato Gnocchi: Choose firm gnocchi for maximum crispiness.
300 g (10.5 oz) Chicken Sausage: Sliced into 1 cm rounds.
250 g (9 oz) Broccoli Florets: Approximately 2 cups, tightly packed and bright green.
2 Tbsp (30 ml) Olive Oil: Extra-virgin olive oil for sautéing.
1 Tbsp (15 ml) Unsalted Butter: Adds richness to the sauce.
2 cloves Garlic: Minced for aromatic flavor.
½ tsp (2.5 ml) Smoked Paprika: Adds a smoky twist.
¼ tsp (1.25 ml) Red Pepper Flakes: Optional, for a touch of heat.
¼ cup (60 ml) Low-Sodium Vegetable Broth: Deglazes the pan and creates a flavorful base.
¼ cup (60 ml) Heavy Cream: Adds a luxurious silkiness.
¼ cup (25 g) Grated Parmesan Cheese: Adds salty, umami flavor.
Zest of 1 Lemon: Brightens the dish with citrus.
2 Tbsp (30 ml) Toasted Pine Nuts: Provides a delightful crunch.
2 Tbsp (8 g) Fresh Parsley: Chopped for color and fresh flavor.
Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper: To taste.

Instructions

Prep Ingredients: Slice sausage, cut broccoli into florets, zest lemon, mince garlic, and measure liquids.
Sizzle Sausage: Brown sausage in olive oil and butter, then remove from pan.
Crisp Gnocchi: Pan-fry gnocchi in a single layer until golden brown and crispy.
Infuse Flavor: Sauté garlic, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes.
Boost Broccoli: Add broccoli and cook until tender-crisp.
Reunite & Deglaze: Return sausage to pan, add broth, and steam for 1 minute.
Finish Sauce: Stir in heavy cream and simmer until thickened.
Perfect & Season: Fold in Parmesan and lemon zest, season with salt and pepper.

Notes

For maximum crispness, serve immediately after cooking the gnocchi. Feel free to substitute vegetables or sausage based on preference.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Italian
Method: Pan Fry
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 450 kcal
Sugar: 8 g
Sodium: 500 mg
Fat: 25 g
Saturated Fat: 10 g
Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 40 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 20 g
Cholesterol: 80 mg

Keywords: gnocchi,sausage,broccoli,crispy,one-pan,italian,dinner,weeknight,easy