Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Easy Gnocchi and Tomato Bake, a delightful Italian-inspired dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With tender gnocchi enveloped in a rich marinara sauce, topped with gooey mozzarella and savory Parmesan, this recipe offers a satisfying meal that can easily be customized to suit your taste. Whether you’re adding vegetables or proteins like ground chicken or sautéed spinach, each bite is sure to impress. Quick to prepare and packed with flavor, this dish is not just a meal but an experience. Serve it hot from the oven with fresh basil for a burst of color and flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups marinara or crushed tomato sauce
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine marinara sauce, minced garlic, chopped onion, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper.
- Add gnocchi to the sauce mixture. If desired, fold in cooked ground chicken or chopped spinach.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. For a golden top, broil for an additional 2–3 minutes.
- Serve garnished with fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg