Description
Ground Beef Gnocchi is a quick and satisfying meal that takes just 30 minutes to prepare in one pan, making it perfect for busy weeknights. This dish features tender potato gnocchi combined with savory ground beef and a creamy marinara sauce, creating a comforting experience for the whole family. With the added zing from spicy jalapeno pepper jack cheese, it’s both delicious and impressive enough for casual gatherings or family dinners. Enjoy this delightful blend of flavors that promises to become a favorite in your household!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1/2 medium onion, chopped
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1.5 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 lb potato gnocchi
- 1 cup jalapeno pepper jack cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large high-sided skillet over medium heat.
- Add ground beef and chopped onion; cook until beef is browned and crumbled, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and chili powder; season with salt and pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Pour in marinara sauce, chicken broth, and heavy cream; mix well.
- Add potato gnocchi to the skillet; bring to a boil while stirring gently.
- Cover and simmer for about 5 minutes until the gnocchi are tender.
- Stir in shredded jalapeno pepper jack cheese until melted; season to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 770mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg