Creamy Pumpkin Gnocchi with Spinach and Chicken Sausage
If you’re craving a dish that brings warmth and comfort, this Creamy Pumpkin Gnocchi with Spinach and Chicken Sausage is just what you need! This delightful recipe combines the rich, creamy texture of pumpkin with savory chicken sausage, all enveloped in soft, pillowy gnocchi. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s quick to prepare and ideal for cozy dinners with family or friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb potato gnocchi
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 oz chicken sausage, casings removed
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for dairy-free)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- Salt, pepper, and nutmeg to taste
Instructions
- Cook the gnocchi in boiling salted water until they float; drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and brown the chicken sausage for about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in pumpkin puree, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast), nutmeg, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add cooked gnocchi and fresh spinach to the sauce; mix gently until spinach wilts.
- Return chicken sausage to the skillet; stir until heated through.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg