Best 5 Gnocchi With Broccoli Parmesan Cream Sauce Recipes

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Creamy, cheesy, and incredibly luscious, this gnocchi with broccoli and parmesan cream sauce is a quick and easy weeknight meal that feels extra special. The homemade parmesan cream sauce is rich and flavorful, and the tender broccoli and pillowy gnocchi make this dish a hearty and satisfying meal. You can also experiment with different variations of this recipe, such as adding grilled chicken or shrimp, or using different vegetables like spinach or zucchini. No matter how you choose to make it, this gnocchi with broccoli and parmesan cream sauce is sure to be a hit!

This article features three delectable recipes that utilize the delightful combination of gnocchi, broccoli, and parmesan cheese. The first recipe showcases a classic gnocchi with broccoli and parmesan cream sauce, offering a rich and flavorful dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The second recipe introduces a lighter and healthier version of the dish, featuring a creamy pesto sauce made with fresh basil and pine nuts. Lastly, the third recipe presents a unique and innovative take on the classic, transforming it into a delightful gnocchi broccoli parmesan bake that is sure to impress your family and friends. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, these recipes are perfect for home cooks of all skill levels.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SKILLET GNOCCHI PRIMAVERA WITH LEMON CREAM SAUCE



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This gnocchi recipe showcases an abundance of fresh vegetables and is the perfect option for a spring meal, and the bonus is it's a one-skillet meal! If you're craving more protein, add in some chopped grilled chicken.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Main Dishes     Pasta     Pasta Primavera Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons salted butter
1 ½ teaspoons lemon-infused olive oil
1 ½ teaspoons herb-infused olive oil
1 (12 ounce) package refrigerated gnocchi
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 shallot, minced
2 cups small broccoli florets
1 cup frozen peas
1 cup julienned carrots
½ cup chopped red bell pepper
1 small zucchini, sliced diagonally
1 small yellow squash, sliced diagonally
1 cup vegetable broth
1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
½ cup heavy cream
½ cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese, or more to taste
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
¾ cup halved grape tomatoes
⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat butter and infused olive oils in a large skillet over medium-high heat until butter is melted. Add gnocchi and stir frequently until golden, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and shallot; cook and stir until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add broccoli, peas, carrots, bell pepper, zucchini, and squash; lightly saute until tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Slowly pour in broth and 1 tablespoon lemon juice; cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Slowly add cream and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese; mix to incorporate. Add remaining lemon juice and heat until warmed through and Parmesan is melted, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Garnish each serving with tomatoes, red pepper flakes, and Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 63.3 mg, Fat 23.8 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 9.6 g, SaturatedFat 13.2 g, Sodium 421.4 mg, Sugar 6 g

GNOCCHI IN LEMON-CREAM SAUCE



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This is a hearty, tangy, and flavorful dish. Broccoli and cauliflower stand up to the rich sauce. Mix up gnocchi flavors to suit your tastes.

Provided by FrackFamily5 CA->CT

Categories     Pasta and Noodles     Pasta by Shape Recipes     Gnocchi Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups fresh broccoli florets
3 cups coarsely chopped cauliflower
1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1 cup chicken broth
1 (12 ounce) package frozen gnocchi
¼ cup lemon juice
1 pint heavy cream
1 tablespoon capers
½ cup finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil over medium heat in a large high-sided pan with a lid. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add broccoli, cauliflower, and lemon-pepper; mix well. Cover and cook for 4 minutes. Remove lid, mix well, and pour in chicken broth. Replace lid and let the broth steam cook the vegetables for about 4 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook gnocchi in the boiling water until they float to the top, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of cooking water to mix into the sauce.
  • Pour lemon juice over the vegetables and mix to combine. Pour in cream and capers. Simmer for about 6 minutes. Add gnocchi and pasta water. Season with salt and pepper. Top with Parmesan cheese and let sit for 2 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 478.9 calories, Carbohydrate 19.7 g, Cholesterol 126.2 mg, Fat 42.3 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 22.8 g, Sodium 518.6 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

GNOCCHI WITH BROCCOLI & PARMESAN CREAM SAUCE



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Make and share this Gnocchi With Broccoli & Parmesan Cream Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by English_Rose

Categories     Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 ounce butter
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 chili flakes (optional)
3/4 cup vegetable stock
4 tablespoons heavy cream
2 ounces parmesan cheese, finely grated
9 ounces broccoli, halved lengthways if large
9 ounces gnocchi

Steps:

  • Heat the butter in a small pan then cook the garlic and chili (if using) for 2 minutes. Add the stock, bring to a boil then reduce by 3/4. Whisk in the cream then stir in the parmesan to make a sauce. Keep warm on a low heat.
  • Cook the broccoli in a large pan of boiling salted water until just tender. Scoop out the pan with a slotted spoon or tongs and drain. Add the gnocchi to the same boiling water and cook following pack instructions. Drain. Toss the gnocchi and broccoli with the sauce and serve in warmed bowls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.3, Fat 25.4, SaturatedFat 15.5, Cholesterol 81.3, Sodium 538.6, Carbohydrate 11, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 2.5, Protein 15.3

GNOCCHI WITH PANCETTA, SPINACH & PARMESAN CREAM



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These versatile Italian dumplings take only minutes to cook- serve with a creamy cheese sauce, greens and bacon

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

500g pack gnocchi
1 garlic clove, sliced
1 tbsp olive oil
100ml double cream
freshly grated nutmeg
130g pack smoked pancetta cubes
100g spinach
zest ½ lemon
25g parmesan, grated, plus extra for serving
25g toasted pine nut

Steps:

  • Cook the gnocchi following pack instructions, then drain. Meanwhile, heat 1 tsp of the oil in a small pan and fry the garlic, then add the cream and a good grating of nutmeg. Put to one side.
  • Heat 2 tsp of the remaining oil in a frying pan and cook the pancetta until crisp. Add the gnocchi and fry until it starts to turn golden, adding a little more oil if it begins to stick. Stir in the spinach, lemon zest and seasoning.
  • Stir the Parmesan into the cream sauce. Spoon the gnocchi onto plates, drizzle over the sauce and scatter with pine nuts. Serve with extra Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500 calories, Fat 32 grams fat, SaturatedFat 14 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 37 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 13 grams protein, Sodium 2.2 milligram of sodium

CREAMY BROCCOLI GNOCCHI



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Whip up this tasty vegetarian gnocchi in just 15 minutes. Broccoli, peas and pine nuts combine with crème fraîche and mustard for a tasty midweek meal

Provided by Sophie Godwin - Cookery writer

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Supper

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tbsp crème fraîche
½ tbsp Dijon mustard
½ lemon, zested and juiced
200g long-stem broccoli, each cut into 3 pieces
350g fresh gnocchi
2 tbsp olive oil
100g frozen peas
1 tbsp toasted pine nuts

Steps:

  • Mix together the crème fraîche, mustard and lemon juice. Set aside. Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil. Once boiling, add the broccoli and cook for 3 mins, then tip in the gnocchi. Cook until the gnocchi begins to float to the surface, this will only take 1 min so keep an eye on them, then drain.
  • Heat the oil in a large non-stick frying pan and, once hot, tip in the gnocchi, broccoli and frozen peas. Toss around in the hot oil for 1 min, then stir through the crème fraîche mixture. Season to taste. Once hot, spoon into bowls and top with the lemon zest and pine nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 669 calories, Fat 36 grams fat, SaturatedFat 15 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 66 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 9 grams fiber, Protein 15 grams protein, Sodium 3.2 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • For the perfect gnocchi texture, use a light hand when shaping and cooking them. Overworking the dough or boiling them for too long will make them tough.
  • If you don't have heavy cream on hand, you can substitute milk or half and half. Just be sure to reduce the amount of liquid you add to the sauce so that it doesn't become too thin.
  • Add a pinch of nutmeg or red pepper flakes to the sauce for a little extra flavor.
  • Serve the gnocchi with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.
  • This dish is also delicious with other vegetables, such as asparagus, zucchini, or mushrooms.

Conclusion:

Gnocchi with Broccoli Parmesan Cream Sauce is a quick and easy weeknight meal that's sure to please the whole family. The creamy sauce is rich and flavorful, and the gnocchi are light and fluffy. This dish is also a great way to sneak some vegetables into your kids' diets.

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