Description
This creamy pesto gnocchi recipe offers a quick and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights. Combining store-bought gnocchi with a savory blend of pesto, Greek yogurt, and chicken broth creates a luscious sauce, enhanced by freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dish is both comforting and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 (16-ounce) bag gnocchi
- ¾ cup low sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup pesto
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
Instructions
- Boil the Gnocchi: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the gnocchi and cook according to package directions until al dente, usually about 2-3 minutes. Once they float to the surface, drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the low sodium chicken broth, pesto, Greek yogurt, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and combined. Set this sauce mixture aside.
- Heat the Skillet and Combine: Warm a medium skillet over medium heat. Pour in the prepared sauce, add the grated Parmesan cheese, and then add the cooked gnocchi. Stir gently and heat everything together until the sauce is warm and the cheese has melted, about 3 minutes.
- Serve: Transfer the pesto gnocchi to plates or bowls. Sprinkle with extra freshly grated Parmesan cheese for added flavor and garnish. Serve immediately to enjoy the creamy texture and fresh taste.
Notes
- This pesto gnocchi recipe is a quick 15-minute meal ideal for weeknight dinners when time is short.
- Using ready-made gnocchi and store-bought pesto keeps the preparation easy while allowing customization with fresh Parmesan and Greek yogurt.
- For a vegetarian variation, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.
- Adjust salt according to the saltiness of your pesto and broth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 ounces
- Calories: 195 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 831 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 14 mg
