Irresistible Marry Me Gnocchi Recipe

Sometimes you just need a meal that delivers rich, bold flavors without requiring a sink full of dirty dishes.

My Marry Me Gnocchi brings tender potato dumplings together with a creamy, savory sauce that feels special enough for date night but is simple enough for a Tuesday.

What Makes This Marry Me Gnocchi So Special

The combination of smoky beef bacon and sweet sun-dried tomatoes creates a depth of flavor that tastes like it simmered all day.

I really appreciate that this entire Marry Me Gnocchi recipe comes together in a single skillet, making cleanup incredibly fast and easy.

Using shelf-stable gnocchi allows the dumplings to crisp up perfectly in the rendered fat before simmering in the luxurious cream sauce.

If you enjoyed the hearty flavors in this dish, you will love my Ultimate Minestrone Soup Recipe for another cozy meal, and my Ultimate Peanut Butter Blossoms Cookie Recipe is the perfect sweet treat to follow.

Marry Me Gnocchi Ingredients

Here is everything I use to make this creamy skillet dinner:

• Gnocchi: 16-ounce package (shelf-stable potato gnocchi works best)
• Heavy Cream: 1/3 cup for richness
• Chicken Broth: 1/2 cup to build the sauce base
• Beef Bacon: 1/2 pound (substitute for pork bacon), chopped roughly
• Parmesan Cheese: 1/2 cup freshly grated
• Garlic: 4 cloves, minced fine
• Sun-Dried Tomatoes: 1/4 cup, drained and chopped
• Italian Seasoning: 1/2 teaspoon for herbal flavor
• Red Pepper Flakes: 1 pinch for a gentle heat

My Method for Marry Me Gnocchi

Let’s get cooking with this simple one-pan process:

1. Place a large, heavy skillet on the stove and lay the chopped beef bacon pieces in the cold pan. Turn the heat to medium and allow the fat to render slowly for about 6 to 8 minutes until the meat is browned and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove the crispy beef bacon from the pan and set it aside on a paper towel-lined plate, but be sure to leave the flavorful rendered fat in the skillet.
2. Add the uncooked gnocchi directly into the hot skillet with the reserved fat. Let them cook undisturbed for about 4 to 5 minutes so they develop a golden, crispy exterior on one side. Once they have a nice sear, stir them gently to cook for another minute, then add the minced garlic and sauté for just 30 seconds until it becomes fragrant and golden.
3. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream slowly while stirring to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts completely into a smooth, velvety sauce. Finally, return the crispy beef bacon to the pan along with the sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes, tossing everything until the Marry Me Gnocchi is evenly coated and heated through.

Pro Tips for Marry Me Gnocchi

I always recommend grating your own Parmesan cheese from a block because pre-shredded bags often contain coating agents that prevent smooth melting.

If the sauce for your Marry Me Gnocchi becomes too thick while simmering, simply splash in a little extra chicken broth or pasta water to loosen it up.

Be careful when adding salt at the end, as the beef bacon, Parmesan, and broth all contribute a significant amount of saltiness to the dish already.

Best Ways to Enjoy Marry Me Gnocchi

I love serving this rich pasta dish alongside a crisp green salad with a sharp vinaigrette to cut through the creamy sauce.

A slice of crusty garlic bread is also essential for soaking up every drop of the savory Marry Me Gnocchi sauce left on the plate.

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Marry Me Gnocchi Recipe

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• Author: Amelia Bryan
• Total Time: 34 min
• Yield: 4 servings
• Diet: Pork-Free

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Description

A creamy, one-pan gnocchi dish featuring sun-dried tomatoes and crispy beef bacon in a rich parmesan sauce.

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Ingredients

• 16 ounce package potato gnocchi
• 1/3 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 pound beef bacon, chopped
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 pinch red pepper flakes

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Instructions

1. Place chopped beef bacon in a cold skillet and cook over medium heat for 6-8 minutes until crispy. Remove meat, leaving fat in the pan.
2. Add gnocchi to the hot fat and cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until browned. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
3. Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream, scraping up browned bits. Mix in Parmesan until melted and smooth.
4. Return bacon to the pan with sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Toss to coat and heat through.

Notes

Traditional recipes use pork bacon, but I use beef bacon for a rich, smoky flavor. Turkey bacon also works well.

• Prep Time: 12 min
• Resting Time:
• Cook Time: 22 min
• Category: Dinner
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 bowl
• Calories: 415
• Sugar: 3g
• Sodium: 1160mg
• Fat: 22g
• Saturated Fat: 9g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 36g
• Fiber: 3g
• Protein: 22g
• Cholesterol: 80mg

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