Easy Baked Gnocchi

a cast iron skillet with baked gnocchi and a serving spoon

5 from 5 votes

This cheesy baked gnocchi recipe is inexpensive comfort food at its best! It has pillowy gnocchi smothered in marinara sauce, fresh basil, and is topped with plenty of mozzarella.

Prep Time10

Cook Time25

Total Time35

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian American

Keyword: baked gnocchi recipe, cheesy baked gnocchi

Servings:

Author: Natasha Bull

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
1/2 medium onion chopped
3 cloves garlic minced
1 (24 ounce) jar marinara sauce
1 pound uncooked potato gnocchi
1 handful fresh basil torn
2 cups shredded mozzarella
Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400F and move the rack to the top third of the oven.
Add the butter and onion to an oven-proof skillet and sauté over medium heat for 5-7 minutes or until the onion is softened and lightly browned.
Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
Add in the marinara and gnocchi and give it a good stir. Once it starts to bubble a bit, turn the heat off and stir in the basil.
Top evenly with the mozzarella and transfer the skillet to the oven. Bake, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Broil for a few more minutes to brown the cheese (watch it carefully so it doesn't burn).
Let it sit for a few minutes prior to serving, then season with salt & pepper if needed and enjoy! It's extra delicious served with some freshly grated parmesan and more fresh basil if you happen to have some left.

Notes

Serves 4 as a main course or 6 as a side.

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