Description
This 30 Minute One Pan Broccoli Gnocchi recipe offers a creamy, comforting meal featuring tender broccoli florets and golden gnocchi tossed in a rich cheese sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, it combines ease of preparation with deliciously satisfying flavors.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 500 g (1 lb) shelf-stable gnocchi
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 180 g (2 cups) broccoli, cut into florets
- 250 ml (1 cup) vegetable stock (1 stock cube dissolved in 250 ml boiling water)
- 125 g (½ cup) cream cheese
- 200 g (1 ⅔ cups) grated mozzarella
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Blanch the Broccoli: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and blanch for 3-5 minutes until tender but still crisp. Drain and rinse under cold water, then set aside.
- Prepare the Gnocchi: In an oven-safe dish, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering, about 3 minutes. Add the gnocchi and toss to coat in the oil, cooking until golden, about 2 minutes.
- Make the Sauce: Pour in the vegetable stock and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the cream cheese until melted and combined with the stock, forming a creamy sauce. Mix in half of the grated mozzarella and stir until melted. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the blanched broccoli to the pan and stir to coat with the creamy sauce. Scatter the remaining mozzarella over the top.
- Grill: Place the dish under the grill for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, golden, and the sauce is bubbling at the edges.
- Serve: Optionally, sprinkle with parmesan cheese before serving for added flavor.
Notes
- Variations: Substitute vegetable stock with chicken stock and add leftover chicken for a protein boost.
- Extra Veggies: Enhance this dish by adding mushrooms, courgette (zucchini), frozen peas, or sweetcorn for added nutrition and volume.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
