Yields: 4 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 (16-ounce) package potato gnocchi (shelf-stable or fresh)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 12 ounces fully cooked chicken sausage, your favorite flavor, sliced into rounds
- 1/2 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup chopped vegetables of your choice: Zucchini, bell peppers, mushrooms, asparagus, etc.
- 1/2 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Equipment:
- Large pot
- Large skillet
Instructions
Cook the Gnocchi:
- Fill a large pot with salted water and bring to a boil.
- Add the gnocchi and cook according to package directions (usually 2-3 minutes).
- Drain the gnocchi and toss with a little olive oil to prevent sticking.
Brown the Sausage and Vegetables:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken sausage and cook until browned on both sides, about 3-4 minutes.
- Push the sausage to the sides of the skillet and add the chopped onions. Cook until softened, about 2 minutes.
- Add your chosen vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, etc.) and continue cooking until they reach your desired tenderness, about 3-5 minutes.
Flavor Boost:
- Stir in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add the halved cherry or grape tomatoes and cook until they start to soften and release juice, about 1 minute.
Assemble and Finish:
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Gently stir in the cooked gnocchi, fresh basil, and Parmesan cheese.
- Season generously with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Cook for an additional minute or two, until everything is heated through and the sauce has slightly thickened.
Serve:
- Serve immediately and enjoy this hearty and flavorful skillet meal!
Tips and Variations:
- Gluten-free: Choose a gluten-free gnocchi variety.
- Vegetarian: Substitute the chicken sausage with plant-based sausage or firm tofu.
- Spice it up: Add more red pepper flakes, or a pinch of cayenne pepper for extra heat.
- Dairy-free: Omit the Parmesan or use a plant-based substitute.
- Make it creamy: Stir in a splash of heavy cream or a dollop of ricotta cheese at the end.
