9 Gnocchi Recipes That Deliver Comfort and Flavor Any Night of the Week

Make flavorful, cozy gnocchi dishes simple with these recipes.

Gnocchi with Sausage, Zucchini, and Tomato
Credit: Linda Xiao

Gnocchi is the best of both worlds—a potato pasta, combining two of the most comforting bases for many meals. Gnocchi has a soft and pillowy texture and pairs well with various flavors. Its speedy cooking time makes it ideal for a weeknight meal after a long day or for a cozy night in.

Homemade gnocchi is always preferred, but it does take some time. Luckily, store-bought gnocchi tastes great and only requires a few minutes to cook. To inspire your next gnocchi dinner, we have gathered a collection of our favorite recipes that promise a delicious bowl of comfort in no time.

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Gnocchi With Tomato Sauce

Gnocchi with Tomato Sauce
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Sonia Bozzo

Searching for a simple gnocchi dish? Look no further than this gnocchi with tomato sauce. You can use homemade or store-bought gnocchi—both are equally delicious. The tomato sauce is straightforward and bursting with fresh, fragrant flavors from garlic and basil.

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Tomato-Eggplant Gnocchi

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This tomato-eggplant gnocchi dish is a delicious one-skillet dinner. The sauce is a combination of chopped tomatoes, eggplant, red pepper flakes, fresh basil, and topped with creamy ricotta.

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Martha's Potato Gnocchi With Basil Pesto

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David M. Russell

Potato gnocchi with basil pesto is a light and flavorful dish that is ideal for a spring or summer dinner. Our recipe makes 10 servings and is perfect for a crowd. You can prepare the homemade gnocchi ahead of time or use store-bought.

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Chicken-and-Gnocchi Bake With Broccolini

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Our chicken and gnocchi bake with broccolini is a cozy, dense dish with rich flavors from the Gruyère and Parmesan cheese combination, along with shredded chicken and nutritious broccolini.

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Brown-Butter Sweet-Potato Gnocchi With Seeds

brown butter sweet potato gnocchi with seeds
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Sweet potato gnocchi offers a sweeter take on the classic potato gnocchi and boasts bold flavor when paired with our brown-butter and sage sauce. For an added crunch with each bite, we top this dish with a blend of nutty seeds.

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Gnocchi With Peas and Egg

Gnocchi with Peas and Egg recipe
Credit: Ren Fuller

Gnocchi with jammy eggs may sound like an unlikely pairing, but this dish mimics the rich flavors of carbonara, another popular Italian pasta dish. In addition to the creamy flavors, we add fresh peas and arugula and top it off with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

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Gnocchi With Quick Meat Sauce

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A hearty, meat-based meal that comes together in just 30 minutes. Our gnocchi with quick meat sauce will satisfy all your weeknight cravings in one dish. It's a comforting meal that is packed with protein and topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

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Gnocchi With Mushrooms and Gorgonzola Sauce

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If you crave a rich, savory pasta dish, try our gnocchi with mushrooms and Gorgonzola cheese sauce. The cheese is key to this dish's quality and creaminess, so avoid substituting it with another kind of blue cheese.

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Gnocchi With Sausage, Zucchini, and Tomato

Gnocchi with Sausage, Zucchini, and Tomato
Credit: Linda Xiao

This gnocchi dish boasts a delightful combination of protein, vegetables, and fragrant pesto. Crafted quickly with store-bought ingredients, it serves as the perfect meal for a busy weeknight after a long day. The sweet sausage and vegetables deliver cozy flavors that harmonize when paired with the potato gnocchi.

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