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12-Minute Creamy Garlic Parmesan Gnocchi with Spinach

Pillowy gnocchi tossed in a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce with spinach—one pan, ultra fast, and super comforting.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings: 3 servings
Course: Quick & Easy Meals
Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Calories: 560
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Gnocchi
  • 16 oz potato gnocchi shelf-stable or refrigerated
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 3 cups baby spinach
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 tsp lemon zest optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Add gnocchi and broth. Bring to a simmer and cook 4–5 minutes, stirring, until gnocchi is tender.
  3. Stir in cream and Parmesan until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  4. Add spinach and cook 30–60 seconds until wilted. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon zest (optional).

Notes

Add protein: Stir in shredded rotisserie chicken or crispy bacon.
Leftovers: Reheat with a splash of broth to loosen the sauce.