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30 Minute One Pan Broccoli Gnocchi Recipe

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This 30 Minute One Pan Broccoli Gnocchi is a quick and delicious meal combining tender gnocchi with fresh broccoli florets, smothered in a creamy cheese sauce and topped with melted mozzarella. Perfectly cooked in one pan and finished under the grill, it offers an easy yet comforting dinner option.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Gnocchi and Vegetables

  • 500 g shelf-stable gnocchi
  • 180 g broccoli, cut into florets

For Cooking and Sauce

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 250 ml vegetable stock (1 stock cube dissolved in 250 ml boiling water)
  • 125 g cream cheese
  • 200 g grated mozzarella, divided
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Blanch the Broccoli: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and blanch for 3-5 minutes until tender but still crisp. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking, then set aside.
  2. Prepare the Gnocchi: In an oven-safe dish, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering, about 3 minutes. Add the gnocchi and toss to coat in the oil, cooking until golden and slightly crispy, about 2 minutes.
  3. Make the Sauce: Pour in the vegetable stock and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the cream cheese until melted and fully combined with the stock, creating a creamy sauce. Mix in half of the grated mozzarella and stir until melted through. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Add the blanched broccoli to the pan and stir gently to coat with the creamy sauce. Evenly scatter the remaining mozzarella over the top.
  5. Grill: Place the oven-safe dish under the grill (broiler) for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown at the edges.
  6. Serve: Optionally, sprinkle with parmesan cheese before serving for extra flavor and serve immediately while hot.

Notes

  • Use shelf-stable gnocchi for convenience, but fresh gnocchi can also be used.
  • Adjust the amount of cheese to suit your preference for creaminess.
  • To make this dish vegetarian friendly, ensure the vegetable stock cube contains no animal derivatives.
  • Blanching broccoli helps retain its vibrant color and crisp texture.
  • If you don’t have a grill, you may finish the dish in a hot oven at 200°C (400°F) to melt and brown the cheese.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/30-minute-one-pan-broccoli-gnocchi-recipe/