This one-pan gnocchi with tomato sauce is a simple and delicious meal that comes together in 20 minutes. Soft, pillowy gnocchi are coated in a rich, garlicky tomato sauce and finished with fresh basil and Parmesan.
Recipe Overview
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ cup water or vegetable broth
- ¼ cup heavy cream (optional, for a creamy version)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Sauté the Aromatics
Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add onions and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
2. Make the Tomato Sauce
Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, red pepper flakes, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and let it simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Cook the Gnocchi
Pour in water or broth and add the gnocchi directly into the sauce. Stir, cover, and let cook for 5-7 minutes, until the gnocchi are soft and slightly puffy.
4. Add Cream & Cheese
If using, stir in heavy cream for a richer sauce. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese and mix until melted.
5. Finish & Serve
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil. Serve hot with extra Parmesan.
Serving Suggestions
- Pair with a simple green salad and garlic bread.
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- Serve with a glass of red wine for a perfect Italian-style meal.
This one-pan gnocchi in tomato sauce is quick, comforting, and packed with flavor—perfect for busy weeknights!
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Gnocchi Pan with Tomato Sauce – Quick & Easy
- Total Time: 20 minutes
Description
This one-pan gnocchi with tomato sauce is a simple and delicious meal that comes together in 20 minutes. Soft, pillowy gnocchi are coated in a rich, garlicky tomato sauce and finished with fresh basil and Parmesan.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ cup water or vegetable broth
- ¼ cup heavy cream (optional, for a creamy version)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Sauté the Aromatics
Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add onions and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
2. Make the Tomato Sauce
Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, red pepper flakes, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and let it simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Cook the Gnocchi
Pour in water or broth and add the gnocchi directly into the sauce. Stir, cover, and let cook for 5-7 minutes, until the gnocchi are soft and slightly puffy.
4. Add Cream & Cheese
If using, stir in heavy cream for a richer sauce. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese and mix until melted.
5. Finish & Serve
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil. Serve hot with extra Parmesan.
Notes
- Pair with a simple green salad and garlic bread.
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- Serve with a glass of red wine for a perfect Italian-style meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes