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Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Gnocchi (One-Pan, 20 Minutes)

Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Gnocchi (One-Pan, 20 Minutes)
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This Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Gnocchi is an easy, cozy dinner you can make in just one pan in under 20 minutes. Soft potato gnocchi simmer in a garlicky cream sauce with earthy mushrooms and fresh spinach for a rich, satisfying meatless meal. It’s perfect on its own or served as a side with chicken, fish, or steak.

Ingredients

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Mushrooms

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 8 oz crimini mushrooms, sliced

  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Gnocchi & Sauce

  • 16 oz potato gnocchi (shelf-stable or refrigerated)

  • ½ cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth)

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning or Herbs de Provence

  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (or more to taste)

  • 5 oz fresh spinach

  • ¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste

  • Coarsely ground black pepper, to taste

  • Red pepper flakes, optional

Instructions

1. Cook the Mushrooms

Heat olive oil in a large, high-sided skillet over high heat.
Add mushrooms, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 1–2 minutes until lightly browned and softened.
Remove half of the mushrooms to a plate and set aside.

2. Make the Creamy Gnocchi

To the same skillet, add:

  • Uncooked gnocchi

  • Chicken broth

  • Heavy cream

  • Garlic

  • Italian seasoning

  • Smoked paprika

  • Salt

Stir well and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Cover and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring once or twice, until the gnocchi are tender.

3. Add Spinach

Add fresh spinach and cook uncovered for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until wilted and the sauce thickens to your liking.

4. Finish & Serve

Season with additional salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, or smoked paprika if desired.
Top with the reserved mushrooms and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use high heat for mushrooms: This helps them brown instead of steaming.

  • Sauce too thick? Add a splash of broth or milk to loosen it.

  • Sauce too thin? Simmer uncovered for an extra 1–2 minutes.

  • Make it vegetarian: Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.

  • Extra flavor: Finish with grated Parmesan or a squeeze of lemon juice.

Find it online: https://chocotune.com/creamy-spinach-and-mushroom-gnocchi-one-pan-20-minutes/