Cheeseburger Gnocchi — Easy Gnocchi Recipe — One Pot Meals (2024)

This easy One Pot Creamy Cheeseburger Gnocchi recipe is one of our favorite dinner recipes with ground beef! The gnocchi is simmered with seasoned ground beef and cheese for a 15-minute, one pot meal that everyone will love!! The perfect quick and easy weeknight meal.

Oh my gosh you guys, you HAVE make this new Cheeseburger Gnocchi recipe for dinner tonight!!

What Is Gnocchi?

First of all, let’s talk about gnocchi. Gnocchi are pillowy soft mini potato dumplings. You could brown them in a skillet, toss them with butter and herbs, and they’d make a great meal all on their own.

Gnocchi Pronunciation

Gnocchi is pronounced like Nee-Oh-Kee, although some would argue it’s pronounced Nee-Ahh-Kee.

For today’s gnocchi recipe, I simmered gnocchi with seasoned beef, spicy tomatoes, and topped with gooey, melty cheese. It’s like a gooey cheeseburger pasta with a buttery, toasted potato bun. So basically the best thing ever!!!!

Cheeseburger Gnocchi Recipe Ingredients

Here’s all you’ll need for this gnocchi recipe. Just a few simple ingredients! You can find gnocchi on the pasta aisle.We love theDeLallo brand.

Cheeseburger Gnocchi Recipe — How to Make Gnocchi in 15 Minutes

Start by melting some butter in a large skillet.

We’re going to start with toasting the gnocchi, because everyone knows the best burgers have toasted buns. For this gnocchi recipe you don’t have to boil the gnocchi first. Toss the gnocchi in the hot skillet for about 5 minutes until golden brown and crispy. See what I mean about these little pillows from heaven?? You could seriously just eat these as a meal!

Remove the gnocchi to a plate, crank the heat up to high, and when the pan is very hot and smoking, add in the ground beef, onion, garlic and seasonings. I use salt, pepper, cumin, and paprika. Mustard powder would be fabulous here also if you’re into that sort of thing! This is a cheeseburger gnocchi recipe after all!

Cook, stirring occasionally, until beef is browned. Drain excess grease if necessary.

Next add the tomatoes and broth. You could definitely use water here instead, the broth just gives it a little extra flavor.

Then add the gnocchi back in and stir to combine.

Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat to medium low, and simmer for 5 minutes until the gnocchi is tender and liquid is mostly absorbed.

When the gnocchi is tender turn off the heat, then add the cream and cheese and stir to combine.

Top with a little more cheese and chopped scallions. You could also use pickles or capers to give it an extra cheeseburger flavor. :)

Broil in the oven until the cheese is golden and bubbly.

Cheeseburger Gnocchi — Easy Gnocchi Recipe — One Pot Meals (15)

This gnocchi recipe is so, so good. Seasoned beef. Spicy tomatoes. Gooey cheese. Toasted potato dumplings. Does it seriously get any better than this??! Hope you enjoy this Cheeseburger Gnocchi recipe as much as we do!!

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Cheeseburger Gnocchi — Easy Gnocchi Recipe — One Pot Meals (16)

Cheeseburger Gnocchi

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Gnocchi recipe simmered with seasoned beef and tomatoes and topped with melted cheese.

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 (16 oz) package potato gnocchi
  • 1/2 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon mustard powder (optional)
  • 2 cups diced onion (about 1 whole onion)
  • 34 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (10-oz) can Ro-Tel Diced Tomatoes and Green Chiles
  • 1 cup beef broth (or water)
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/3 cup thinly sliced scallions

Instructions

  1. Melt butter in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add gnocchi in a single layer and cook on one side for 2-3 minutes until browned and toasted. Shake the pan to toss the gnocchi and continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes, tossing occasionally, until both sides are toasted. Remove gnocchi to a plate and set aside.
  2. Turn the heat to high and return skillet to stove. When the pan is very hot and smoking, add the beef and season with salt, pepper, cumin, paprika, and mustard powder if desired. Add the onion and garlic, and cook, stirring occasionally, until beef is browned and onions are golden. Drain if necessary.
  3. Add the tomatoes, broth, and gnocchi back into the skillet. Stir to combine. Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 5 minutes until the gnocchi is tender and liquid is mostly absorbed.
  4. Off heat, then add the cream and 1/2 cup cheese and stir to combine. Top with remaining cheese and scallions. Place the skillet under the broiler in the oven until cheese is browned and bubbly, about 3 minutes. Serve and enjoy!!

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FAQs

What kind of sauce goes on gnocchi? ›

Like pasta, gnocchi is the perfect vessel for a variety of delicious sauces, from tomato, bolognese and quick butter sauce with sage to creamy gnocchi sauces. So if you're stuck for dinner ideas, you'll find something tasty in this collection of gnocchi sauce recipes.

How to properly cook gnocchi? ›

How to prepare gnocchi. Poach gnocchi in batches in a pan of lightly salted water for 2-4 minutes. Cooked gnocchi will float to the top. Strain and serve immediately with a good pasta sauce.

Is gnocchi a side or main dish? ›

Gnocchi are very popular and often served as a dish in coastal Croatia, typically being served as a first course or a side dish with Dalmatinska pašticada.

What is the traditional way to serve gnocchi? ›

Gnocchi is frequently tossed with sauce—a butter and sage sauce is a popular choice, but any sauce is a good choice. Whether you add it to soups, fry them in a pan, swap them for pasta or potatoes in salads or use them in pasta bakes, gnocchi is delicious for brunch, lunch or dinner.

What store bought sauce goes with gnocchi? ›

What Sauces Pair with Gnocchi
  • Tomato Sauce. Like our Chunky Tomato & Herb Sauce, a thick marinara-like sauce pairs well with cheese. ...
  • Alfredo Sauce. Is there anything that doesn't go well with Classic Alfredo? ...
  • Blue Cheese. ...
  • Gnocchi and Herbs.

Can you cook gnocchi in sauce instead of water? ›

A perfect quick and easy weeknight dinner recipe, the mini gnocchi is cooked directly in the vodka sauce, no pre-boiling necessary (which means less dishes for you!)

Is gnocchi better fried or boiled? ›

Forget boiling it, you can actually just toss it in a skillet and cook it. This means less dishes, as it's all cooked in one skillet and crispy, pan fried gnocchi is the result. I love the texture of crispy gnocchi, with it's crunchy browned exterior.

How do you make gnocchi taste better? ›

A few of my favourites:
  1. cream cheese (just melt it over the gnocchi in the pan, with a dash of water to thin it out)
  2. pesto (especially homemade!)
  3. a light tomato sauce (or even just some chopped fresh tomatoes)
  4. a creamy tomato and mascarpone sauce.
  5. garlic mushrooms cooked in butter.
May 1, 2020

What do Italians eat with gnocchi? ›

Tomato, pesto (or pesto alfredo), and butter-based sauces are the best components in a delicious Italian gnocchi recipe. All three are commonly found on restaurant menus. Some restaurants may offer gnocchi as part of a soup, salad, or paired with a plate of vegetables as well.

What meat do you eat with gnocchi? ›

Beef and gnocchi is such a good combo! There's also no need to pre-cook the gnocchi. It cooks right in the sauce, which is convenient and helps with cleanup. This hamburger gnocchi recipe makes plenty of delicious sauce.

What to serve on top of gnocchi? ›

The 9 Best Sauces for Gnocchi
  • Sage and butter sauce.
  • Tomato and basil sauce.
  • Gnocchi alla Sorrentina.
  • Parmigiano Reggiano and Sage Cream.
  • Basil Pesto.
  • Pistachio Pesto.
  • Summer courgette and mint pesto.
  • Beef and Barolo wine ragù
Jan 20, 2020

What should you not do when making gnocchi? ›

Don't overwork the dough: When making gnocchi dough, it's important not to overwork it. Overworking the dough can make the gnocchi tough and chewy. Mix the ingredients together just until the dough comes together, and then stop mixing! You're not kneading bread here.

Can you pan fry gnocchi? ›

Heat a tablespoon of olive oil and a little knob of butter in a large frying pan over medium - high heat. Fry the gnocchi for 5 - 6 minutes in a single layer, turning often until golden brown and crisp on the outside. Turn the heat down if they get dark too quick. Pop them on a paper towel when done.

What are the 3 types of gnocchi? ›

Gnocchi alla zucca: Pumpkin gnocchi served with butter and cheese. Ndunderi: The Amalfi Coast specialty originally made with farro and curdled milk. Gnocchi alla Romana: Made with semolina and milk, this variety is shaped into squares and baked rather than boiled.

How do you spice up store bought gnocchi? ›

Gnocchi with Cherry Tomato Sauce

Cherry tomatoes are quartered, combined with crushed tomatoes and simmered with sauteed onions, garlic. Top with fresh basil, sliced kalamata olives, and grated Parmesan cheese. "The flavor of potato gnocchi is lifted by this sweet, fresh, spicy sauce," says Laura N.

Do Italians consider gnocchi a pasta? ›

While gnocchi are a traditional Italian pasta shape, what makes them distinct is that they use potatoes as the main ingredient. Therefore, they're commonly considered to be a dumpling.

Do I need to boil gnocchi before frying? ›

You can skip the boiling when frying your gnocchi. However, if you prefer your gnocchi a touch softer, you could boil it first and then pan fry them for about 3-5 minutes instead of the full time to brown. If making this as a full meal, this will serve 2-3.

Why do Italians eat gnocchi? ›

Gnocchi, a substantial, high-calorie dish, was prepared on Thursday in anticipation of Friday, when, according to Catholic tradition, people fasted, abstaining from meat. On Friday, Romans traditionally ate fish-based dishes, such as chickpeas and cod, a dish still served on Fridays in the old-fashioned Roman taverns.

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