Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Easy Cheeseburger Gnocchi Skillet—a creamy, cheesy dish that transforms traditional cheeseburgers into a comforting one-pan meal. This recipe combines toasted gnocchi with perfectly seasoned ground beef, tangy tomatoes, and an abundance of melted cheese, making it a hit for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Ready in just 30 minutes, this skillet dinner not only saves time on prep and cleanup but also pleases both kids and adults alike. Customize with your favorite toppings or additional veggies to suit your taste. Enjoy all the comforting goodness with minimal fuss!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 lb gnocchi
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 large white onion (diced)
- 4 tsp minced garlic
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chiles (10 oz)
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/3 cup cream (scant)
- 1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and toast the gnocchi until golden brown, about 4 minutes total.
- Increase heat to medium-high; add ground beef and diced onion. Season with salt, pepper, cumin, paprika, mustard, and garlic. Cook until beef is fully browned.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and beef broth; add toasted gnocchi. Bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer for 5-7 minutes until gnocchi are cooked through.
- Remove from heat; stir in cream and three-quarters of the cheese until melted.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese on top and half the green onions; broil until golden.
- Let rest briefly before serving topped with remaining green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 75mg