One-Pan Chicken Sausage and Pepper Gnocchi with Creamy Parmesan Sauce

This one-pan wonder brings together pillowy gnocchi, savory chicken sausage and sweet bell peppers in a luscious Parmesan cream sauce. It’s a quick and satisfying dinner that comes together in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights.

The creamy sauce is infused with garlic and Parmesan, coating every gnocchi and sausage bite. Topped with fresh scallions and extra Parmesan, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.

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Ingredients

0.25 cup Parmesan CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

9 ounce Italian Chicken Sausage MixView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit Chicken Stock ConcentrateView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 ounce Cream Sauce BaseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 clove GarlicView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit TomatoView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit ScallionsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Bell PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit GnocchiView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add gnocchi and cook according to package directions until they float. Drain and set aside.
2. While gnocchi cooks, heat a drizzle of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken sausage and cook, breaking it apart, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
3. In the same skillet, add a little more oil if needed. Add diced bell pepper and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Stir in the cream sauce base, chicken stock concentrate and 1/4 cup water. Bring to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
5. Return the cooked sausage to the skillet. Add the cooked gnocchi and toss to coat in the sauce. Stir in half the grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
6. Serve in bowls, topped with remaining Parmesan, sliced scallions and diced tomato.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use regular pork sausage instead of chicken sausage?

Yes, you can substitute with any Italian sausage you prefer. Just adjust cooking time as needed.

Can I make this dish gluten-free?

Absolutely! Use gluten-free gnocchi and ensure your cream sauce base is gluten-free. The other ingredients are naturally gluten-free.

How do I store leftovers?

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave, adding a splash of water or milk to refresh the sauce.