One Pan Creamy Meatballs and Gnocchi

Meatballs and gnocchi in a creamy sauce is the kind of dinner you want at the end of a busy day when only something cozy will do. Even better? It’s a one-pan recipe, so clean-up will be easy, too.

It has a Tuscan-inspired flair going on – the creamy sauce is flecked with pops of spinach and sundried tomatoes – and some meatballs and gnocchi make it so hearty and satisfying. If you’re craving something warm and cozy, you need to give it a try.

Ingredients

• Frozen beef meatballs: I use Italian-style meatballs. Storebought ones make the recipe super easy, but you can use homemade ones if you have some tucked away in the freezer.
• Gnocchi: Another shortcut! Use store-bought gnocchi to make it easy.
• Sundried tomatoes: I like marinated sundried tomatoes. They give this dish so much flavor.
• Chopped fresh spinach: You can also use chopped kale.
• Heavy cream: You don’t need much to make the sauce rich and creamy.
• Other ingredients: Grated parmesan cheese, chicken broth, olive oil, onion, garlic, and parsley.

How to Make It

This is an easy one pan recipe!

☑️ Heat the olive oil in a large pan or pot. Add the onion, garlic, and tomatoes and saute them for a few minutes.

☑️ Add the broth and bring it to a simmer.

☑️ Once the broth is simmering, add the frozen meatballs and chopped spinach. Stir, cover the pan with a lid, and cook the meatballs for five minutes.

☑️ Add the gnocchi and stir. The broth should cover the gnocchi – if it doesn’t, add a splash or two more of the broth. Cover the pan and cook the gnocchi for five to eight minutes or until tender.

☑️ Add the cream, and once it’s hot and lightly bubbling, stir in the cheese. Once the cheese has melted into the sauce, it’s ready to serve!

Scoop all of that creamy goodness into bowls or onto plates. I like to garnish each serving with some parsley and grated Parmesan cheese. It’s delicious all on its own, or add some garlic toast or a crisp green salad on the side.

More Easy Recipes with Gnocchi

• Gnocchi alla Sorrentina
• Baked Italian Sausage Gnocchi