The other day, I was having a hell of a time trying to find something to make for dinner.
I had an assortment of ingredients in my pantry and fridge but couldn’t figure out what to make with them.
I had a sudden lightning bolt of inspiration and this recipe was born. I’m glad something sparked because this was a really filling, homey type of meal.
I used packaged gnocchi with some roasted butternut squash, spinach and chicken & apple sausage to make up this one pot meal. The sauce is simple: chicken broth and cream. That’s it. That’s the recipe.
Of course, there are some spices added and I topped it with Parmesan, but this recipe couldn’t be easier.
This recipe oozes fall vibes, too. That’s thanks to the roasted butternut squash, which doubles for flavor AND a sauce thickener.
Enjoy!
Gnocchi with Butternut Squash & Chicken Sausage
A creamy, one pot meal with gnocchi, roasted butternut squash, spinach and chicken sausage.
Ingredients
Directions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Cut butternut squash into two pieces, cutting off the ends and discarding. Peel squash and then slice and dice into 1″ pieces. Place on a large baking sheet in one even layer. Drizzle 2 tablespoons oil on top and season with salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon thyme. Toss and then roast for 25-35 minutes or until squash is tender and lightly charred.
- Heat remaining tablespoon oil in a large, deep skillet over medium high heat. Add sausage and cook until browned on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove from pan.
- Add chicken broth to pan, scraping brown bits from the bottom. Stir in gnocchi. Let mixture come to a boil and then reduce to a simmer. Simmer for about 5-10 minutes or until gnocchi floats and is tender.
- Stir in cooked sausage, cooked squash, cream, nutmeg, remaining thyme, salt and pepper, and spinach. Let mixture return to a simmer. Simmer, uncovered, for 5-6 minutes.
- Serve topped with shredded Parmesan.
