Creamy Gnocchi with Chicken Sausage and Bell Peppers

Imagine pillowy gnocchi cloaked in a dreamy, creamy sauce, studded with zesty chicken sausage and sweet bell peppers. This dish is pure comfort, ready in just 20 minutes. It’s the kind of meal that makes you swoon with every bite.

Topped with fresh scallions and plenty of Parmesan, this gnocchi skillet is a weeknight winner. The combination of savory sausage, tender gnocchi and vibrant peppers in a luscious cream sauce is simply irresistible. Get ready to fall in love with dinner again.

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Ingredients

0.25 cup Parmesan CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

9 ounce Italian Chicken Sausage MixView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 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

teaspoon (tsp) SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) Black PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add gnocchi and cook until they float, about 2-3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2. While gnocchi cooks, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken sausage and cook, breaking it up, until browned and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
3. In the same skillet, add the bell pepper (diced) and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
4. Stir in the cream sauce base, chicken stock concentrate and 1/4 cup water. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low.
5. Return the cooked sausage to the skillet. Add the cooked gnocchi and toss to coat in the sauce.
6. Dice the tomato and slice the scallions. Stir the tomato into the skillet and cook for 1 minute.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve topped with grated Parmesan and scallion greens.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use a different type of sausage?

Yes, any fully cooked chicken sausage or even Italian pork sausage works well. Just adjust cooking time accordingly.

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.

Can I make this vegetarian?

Absolutely! Omit the sausage and add more vegetables like mushrooms or zucchini. Use vegetable stock concentrate instead of chicken.