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    One Pan Gnocchi alla Vodka

    Published: Jan 30, 2018 / Updated: Oct 12, 2021 / 29 Comments

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    This vegetarian one pan gnocchi alla vodka recipe is really easy and ready in about 20 minutes! It's simple, delicious, and comforting.

    gnocchi alla vodka sauce in a teal bowl
    Photos updated 7/18

    I keep thinking up new one pan gnocchi recipes because I keep getting so much good feedback on the ones I have so far. My creamy mushroom and spinach gnocchi has been one of my most popular recipes for a while.

    Gnocchi with vodka sauce seemed like a good idea. It's like penne alla vodka... but with gnocchi. Can't go wrong with that!

    close-up of gnocchi with vodka tomato sauce in bowl

    I used half-and-half to make this vegetarian gnocchi recipe a bit lighter. You still get the feel of a cream sauce, but it definitely isn't quite as heavy on the calories (or tummy) as if you used heavy cream. You could, of course, use heavy cream in here if you prefer, however. I won't stop ya.

    I used the shelf stable gnocchi that you can find in the pasta aisle at grocery stores. You don't need to pre-cook it - it cooks right in the sauce. This is definitely designed to be a super quick recipe that you can just throw together on a busy weeknight between activities!

    As with my other gnocchi recipes, this makes great leftovers. Perfect for work lunches. And it's the only way you'll get away with consuming vodka at work. 😉

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    bowl of gnocchi alla vodka in bowl beside basil leaves

    Have you tried any of my one pan gnocchi recipes? Will you try this one? Questions? Let me know in the comments below!

    Gnocchi in a vodka cream sauce with tomatoes and basil. This gnocchi alla vodka recipe is ready in about 20 minutes! A delicious weeknight dinner.

    One Pan Gnocchi alla Vodka

    This vegetarian one pan gnocchi alla vodka recipe is really easy and ready in about 20 minutes! It's simple, delicious, and comforting.
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 15 minutes mins
    Total Time 20 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Italian
    Servings 4
    Calories 409 kcal
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    Ingredients
     

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1/2 small onion chopped finely
    • 3-4 cloves garlic minced
    • 1 (14 fluid ounce) can diced tomatoes with juices
    • 1/4 cup vodka
    • 2 dashes Italian seasoning
    • 1 cup half-and-half
    • 1 pound uncooked potato gnocchi 
    • 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
    • Handful fresh basil sliced thinly
    • Salt & pepper to taste 

    Instructions
     

    • Add the olive oil and onion into a deep skillet over medium-high heat and sauté for 5-7 minutes (ok if the onion lightly browns).
    • Add the garlic to the pan and cook for about 30 seconds. 
    • Add the tomatoes and vodka and let it simmer for about a minute. 
    • Stir in the Italian seasoning, half-and-half, and gnocchi. Give it a good stir, then reduce the heat to medium. Cover the pan and cook for 5 minutes.
    • Stir in the parmesan and basil. Season with salt & pepper as needed (I was fairly generous with the salt in this recipe) and cook for a couple more minutes to ensure the gnocchi is fully cooked through. Serve immediately.

    Notes

    • The gnocchi will cook right in the sauce - no need to pre-cook it.
    • This dish makes great leftovers.
    • Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy only and should be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. Ingredients can vary and Salt & Lavender makes no guarantees to the accuracy of this information.
       

    Nutrition

    Calories: 409kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 33mgSodium: 744mgPotassium: 319mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 273mgIron: 6mg
    Keyword gnocchi alla vodka, gnocchi with vodka sauce
    Author Natasha Bull
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    1. Cynthia Green says

      May 26, 2021 at 6:15 AM

      5 stars
      Made it last night as written with the exception of adding more seasoning and a dash of red pepper flakes. Delicious!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 26, 2021 at 8:57 AM

        So glad you enjoyed it, Cynthia!! Thanks for letting me know.

        Reply
    2. Aria says

      November 4, 2020 at 3:44 PM

      Can I use canned tomato sauce instead of diced tomatoes/would that work with the vodka? Thanks so much 🙂

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        November 4, 2020 at 3:51 PM

        That will be fine 🙂

        Reply
    3. Natasha says

      September 20, 2020 at 7:30 AM

      Ignore my comment I apparently can’t read lol

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        September 20, 2020 at 9:44 AM

        Lol it's ok!

        Reply
    4. Heather says

      August 9, 2020 at 6:26 PM

      Hi, I am hoping to use this with a homemade GF gnocchi.. do you think I should precook the homemade gnocchi?

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        August 9, 2020 at 6:32 PM

        Hi! I would. I've heard from readers that homemade gnocchi can be quite delicate, so I wouldn't do the one pan method. You could also just try making my vodka sauce separately... it's a bit different than this recipe, but you can see which you like the look of best. 🙂 Here it is: https://www.saltandlavender.com/penne-alla-vodka-recipe/

        Reply
        • Natasha says

          September 20, 2020 at 7:29 AM

          I don’t see cream or half and half in listing of steps? Thanks. How much do I use ?

          Reply
    5. Natalie says

      July 1, 2020 at 4:22 PM

      5 stars
      This was so easy and delicious!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        July 2, 2020 at 8:37 AM

        Awesome!! Thanks for commenting. 😀

        Reply
    6. Michelle Sherman says

      May 11, 2020 at 4:29 PM

      Can you use frozen gnocchi for this recipe?

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 11, 2020 at 7:00 PM

        That should be fine 😊

        Reply
    7. Lindsey Dunn says

      November 3, 2019 at 3:52 AM

      5 stars
      So easy and delicious! I added mild Italian turkey sausage. The whole family loved it!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        November 3, 2019 at 1:56 PM

        So glad it was a hit! 🙂

        Reply
    8. Tracy says

      April 20, 2019 at 8:26 PM

      5 stars
      I made this with cauliflower gnocchi from Trader Joes and added chicken Italian sausage. It was AMAZING!!!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        April 22, 2019 at 8:07 PM

        Yay!! So happy to hear that. 🙂

        Reply
    9. Christina says

      March 29, 2019 at 11:18 AM

      5 stars
      This is our favorite weeknight meal! We can't get enough of it. I use heavy cream and add red pepper flakes. Love how fast and yummy this is.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        March 29, 2019 at 2:38 PM

        That's wonderful to hear! So glad you like it!!

        Reply
    10. Ashley says

      January 5, 2019 at 10:01 PM

      5 stars
      Loved This! I added some mushrooms and lentils + sausage on the side for the hubs. (He loved it too)

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        January 6, 2019 at 3:30 PM

        Yum! So glad you liked it! 🙂

        Reply
    11. Fran says

      November 28, 2018 at 6:39 AM

      5 stars
      Love this recipe. My boyfriend loved it to and this was the first time he ate Gnocchi. I added ground Italian sausage to it. Will be making this again!! Thank you for this

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        November 29, 2018 at 11:21 AM

        That's awesome!! So glad you both liked it!

        Reply
    12. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

      January 31, 2018 at 9:34 AM

      5 stars
      We absolutely LOVE gnocchi Natasha. This would be the perfect dinner for Valentine's Day!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        January 31, 2018 at 10:07 AM

        Thank you!! Me too! And that's a good idea... never thought of it as being a good Valentine's Day dinner!

        Reply
    13. Debs says

      January 31, 2018 at 5:38 AM

      5 stars
      Love a tomato vodka sauce! Looks beautiful!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        January 31, 2018 at 8:08 AM

        Thanks so much!!

        Reply
    14. Natasha's Sister says

      January 30, 2018 at 12:58 PM

      5 stars
      Omg you know I'd love this. Pasta with vodka sauces are the best. Make it for me now!!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        January 30, 2018 at 12:59 PM

        No.

        Reply

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