
This one-pan creamy spinach and mushroom gnocchi is the ultimate comfort food! Soft, pillowy gnocchi coated in a rich garlic parmesan sauce, loaded with savory mushrooms and fresh spinach—all in just 20 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights when you want something quick, easy, and absolutely delicious!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ One-Pan & Minimal Cleanup – Everything cooks in a single pan!
✔ Ready in 20 Minutes – Quick, easy, and perfect for busy nights.
✔ Rich & Creamy – A velvety sauce that coats every bite.
✔ Vegetarian & Satisfying – Packed with flavor and hearty ingredients.
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 8 oz mushrooms (sliced; button or cremini work best)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp dried thyme (or ½ tsp fresh)
- 1 package (16 oz) potato gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)
- ½ cup vegetable broth (or water)
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach (roughly chopped)
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
How to Make Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Gnocchi
Step 1: Sauté the Mushrooms
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and softened.
- Stir in the garlic and thyme, cooking for 1 more minute until fragrant.
Step 2: Cook the Gnocchi
- Add the gnocchi directly to the pan (no need to pre-boil!).
- Pour in the vegetable broth and heavy cream, stirring to coat everything.
- Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gnocchi is tender and the sauce starts to thicken.
Step 3: Add Spinach & Cheese
- Stir in the parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Add the chopped spinach and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until wilted.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Step 4: Serve & Enjoy!
- Remove from heat and serve immediately. Garnish with extra parmesan and fresh herbs (optional).
Tips for the Best Gnocchi
🍄 Golden Mushrooms – Let them sear without stirring too much for deeper flavor.
🧀 Extra Creamy? – Add more parmesan or a little cream cheese.
🔥 Spicy Kick? – Increase the red pepper flakes or add a pinch of cayenne.
🌱 Make It Vegan? – Swap butter for vegan butter, cream for coconut milk, and parmesan for nutritional yeast.
Storage & Reheating
📦 Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
🔥 Reheating: Reheat on the stove over low heat, adding a splash of milk or broth to loosen the sauce.
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