Speedy One-Pan Parmesan Gnocchi & Greens
A quick and easy one-pan dish featuring potato gnocchi and fresh greens in a creamy Parmesan sauce.
Ingredients
- 0.45 pound potato gnocchi
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup vegetable or chicken broth
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 1 unit zest of lemon
- to taste fresh lemon juice
- for garnish fresh parsley or basil, chopped
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the potato gnocchi to the skillet, stirring to coat in the olive oil and onion mixture. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until they start to turn golden.
- Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth and add the fresh spinach (or kale). Stir well to combine. If using, add the red pepper flakes at this point for a bit of heat.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gnocchi are tender and the greens are wilted.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, and season with salt, pepper, lemon zest, and a splash of fresh lemon juice. Mix until the cheese is melted and the dish is creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Remove from heat and transfer to serving bowls. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of chopped parsley or basil. Serve with extra lemon wedges on the side if desired.
Notes
You can substitute the greens based on preference.