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Creamy Spinach and Feta Gnocchi (Easy One-Pan Recipe)

This Creamy Spinach and Feta Gnocchi is the ultimate one-pan weeknight dinner! Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish features pan-seared gnocchi in a luscious, savory cream sauce with fresh spinach and tangy feta cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tbsp Unsalted Butter
  • 1 lb Potato Gnocchi Store-bought, uncooked
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Broth
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 5 oz Fresh Spinach
  • 4 oz Feta Cheese crumbled
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/2 tsp Salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper freshly ground
  • 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes optional, for heat

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet A 12-inch skillet works best.
  • 1 Measuring Cups and Spoons

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the gnocchi in a single layer and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Pour in vegetable broth to deglaze, scraping up any browned bits. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream. Let it gently simmer for 2-3 minutes to thicken.
  5. Add the fresh spinach in batches, stirring until it wilts completely into the sauce.
  6. Return the seared gnocchi to the skillet. Stir in the crumbled feta, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes until heated through. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 580kcalProtein: 15gFat: 35gFiber: 5g

Notes

Tip 1: For the best texture, pan-sear the gnocchi directly from the package instead of boiling it first.
Tip 2: Use a block of feta in brine and crumble it yourself for superior flavor and a creamier melt.
Tip 3: Don't overheat the cream sauce to prevent it from splitting. A gentle simmer is all you need.
Keyword easy weeknight dinner,one pan gnocchi,vegetarian gnocchi

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