Go Back
–+ servings

Chorizo Gnocchi

Chorizo gnocchi is a simple pasta dish that combines the bold flavors of chorizo sausage with the soft pillowy texture of gnocchi. We've added sweet sundried tomatoes, fresh spinach and basil to a tangy cream sauce to bring out the smoky, zesty flavors of chorizo sausage. 
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients

  • 1 pound gnocchi
  • 6-8 ounces chorizo sausage (casing removed)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 shallot (minced)
  • 1 ounce package sun dried tomatoes
  • 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • 2 tablespoons sliced fresh basil leaves
  • 4 cups fresh spinach leaves

Instructions

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chorizo sausage until cooked through and browned.
  • Stir in shallots and garlic, continuing to cook until shallots have softened and garlic is fragrant.
  • In a large pot of salted water, cook gnocchi according to package directions. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, drain and set aside.
  • Add sun dried tomatoes and softened cream cheese to the chorizo pan. Stir until cream cheese has melted, adding pasta water if needed.
  • Stir in spinach leaves, allowing them to wilt.
  • Add gnocchi to the pan, stirring until gnocchi is well coated in sauce.
  • Stir in sliced fresh basil leaves and serve.

Video

Nutrition

Calories: 298kcal Carbohydrates: 32g Protein: 8g Fat: 16g Saturated Fat: 7g Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g Monounsaturated Fat: 5g Cholesterol: 39mg Sodium: 338mg Potassium: 321mg Fiber: 3g Sugar: 3g Vitamin A: 2349IU Vitamin C: 14mg Calcium: 70mg Iron: 4mg