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Close-up of gnocchi with tomato sauce, basil, and parmesan in a skillet.

Gnocchi with Tomato Sauce

Unlock restaurant-quality gnocchi with tomato sauce using readily available ingredients and some simple techniques. Even store-bought gnocchi can be elevated to something truly special.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 364 kcal

Equipment

  • deep skillet

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 14 ounce canned diced tomatoes with juices
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 pound uncooked potato gnocchi
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • Small handful fresh basil torn/sliced
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Add the oil and butter to a deep skillet over medium heat. Once it's hot, add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Remember, it's crucial to only cook the garlic for 30 seconds, as it can burn quickly, leading to a bitter flavor that will ruin the sauce.
  • Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, broth, apple cider vinegar and Italian seasoning to the pan. Give it a stir.
  • Stir in the gnocchi. Let it cook, stirring fairly often so it doesn't stick to the bottom of the pan, until it's cooked through (about 5-7 minutes). The sauce will thicken as the gnocchi releases starch.
  • Give the gnocchi a taste, and if it's cooked, stir in the mozzarella, parmesan, and basil until the cheeses melt. Season with salt & pepper as needed and serve immediately.

Notes

For a heartier meal, try adding crumbled and browned Italian sausage to the sauce. Add it to the skillet before the garlic, making sure it's fully cooked and slightly crisp before moving on to the next steps.
Another variation involves swapping out the mozzarella for dollops of ricotta. Instead of stirring in the mozzarella at the end, gently fold in spoonfuls of ricotta just before serving. The ricotta adds a creamy, slightly tangy counterpoint to the rich tomato sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 364kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 14gFat: 14gSodium: 948mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4g
Keyword easy recipe, gnocchi, italian, tomato sauce
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