A traditional dish with a rich history, gnocchi and pesto is a culinary delight that has captivated taste buds for centuries. Originating from the vibrant region of Liguria in Italy, this classic combination of soft, pillowy gnocchi and flavorful pesto has become a beloved dish enjoyed worldwide. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook looking to explore new culinary horizons, this article will guide you through the intricacies of preparing the perfect gnocchi and pesto, ensuring an unforgettable dining experience.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
GNOCCHI WITH CHICKEN, PESTO AND FRESH MOZZARELLA
Quick recipe that can be made with prepared gnocchi and pesto, plus chicken breast and fresh mozzarella. Very easy; so easy, I'm sure it borders on a non-recipe. You're really just combining ingredients. You can also experiment with adding other ingredients, like mushrooms or veggies. Anything that needs to be cooked can probably be added at the chicken stage. I did not add any onions or garlic, because the pesto I used already had both, but if your pesto does not, you can add those with the oil as well.
Provided by slocatelli
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes Pasta
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a saucepan. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper; cook and stir in the hot oil until no longer pink in the middle, 7 to 10 minutes. Remove chicken to a bowl using a slotted spoon, retaining drippings in the pan.
- Pour chicken broth into the saucepan. Bring broth to a boil while scraping the browned bits of food off of the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon; continue cooking until the broth reduces in volume by about half, 7 to 10 minutes. Return cooked chicken to the saucepan. Stir pesto through the chicken mixture; remove from heat.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Cook gnocchi at a boil until they float to the top, about 3 minutes. Remove gnocchi from the water to a large bowl using a slotted spoon, retaining water in the pot.
- Place the saucepan with the chicken and pesto over the boiling water; cook and stir over the boiling water until warmed completely, about 5 minutes. Pour chicken and pesto mixture over the gnocchi; add mozzarella and stir until evenly mixed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 570.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20.1 g, Cholesterol 74.9 mg, Fat 44 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 15.8 g, Sodium 652.8 mg
GNOCCHI WITH PESTO AND SHRIMP
This combination of flavors is surprisingly delicious. Use homemade gnocchi and/or pesto for even better flavor!
Provided by Erica Monjeau
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Shrimp
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook gnocchi in the boiling water until they float to the top, 2 to 4 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. Saute asparagus and garlic in the hot oil until asparagus is tender, about 5 minutes. Transfer cooked gnocchi to a bowl using a slotted spoon; set aside.
- Heat remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute shrimp, 2 tablespoons pesto, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice in the hot oil until shrimp are fully cooked and opaque, about 5 minutes. Add cooked gnocchi, asparagus, remaining pesto, and remaining lemon juice; stir to combine. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 522 calories, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Cholesterol 205.9 mg, Fat 32.9 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 30.7 g, SaturatedFat 10.7 g, Sodium 573.4 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
GNOCCHI WITH SWEET BASIL PESTO AND GARLIC BUTTER SHRIMP
This buttery, garlicky shrimp and pesto over gnocchi or pasta is a comfort food I like to cook once in a while. Serve it with garlic toast and, if you like, a plain salad.
Provided by golddigge
Categories Main Dish Recipes Dumpling Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine basil, 4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, olive oil, whole garlic cloves, salt, and pepper in a blender; puree until pesto is smooth.
- Melt butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic; cook until fragrant, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add shrimp; cook and stir until opaque, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and keep warm.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook gnocchi in the boiling water until they float to the top, 2 to 4 minutes. Drain. Mix pesto into gnocchi and serve with shrimp. Garnish with remaining Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 732.2 calories, Carbohydrate 37.1 g, Cholesterol 174.5 mg, Fat 55.8 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 23.7 g, Sodium 2288.5 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
SIMPLY POTATO GNOCCHI WITH PESTO AND PARMESAN #5FIX
5-Ingredient Fix Contest Entry. Gnocchi are Italian-style dumplings made of potatoes and flour. You can serve gnocchi with any of your favorite pasta sauces. Here's an easy recipe using Simply Potatoes Shredded Hash Browns with a simple pesto Parmesan sauce.
Provided by peggy calhoun
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 25m
Yield 4 cups, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a medium mixing bowl, lightly beat eggs. Add potatoes and 1 2/3 cup flour. Stir until well combined and dough forms. Cover and refrigerate 15 minutes until chilled.
- Bring 2 quarts water to boil in a four quart pot.
- Use remaining flour to dust work surface. Transfer dough to surface, knead briefly adding flour if sticky.
- Divide dough into four portions. Roll each portion into logs 1/2" thick. Cut each log into 1/2" wide pieces and press tops with fork to flatten slightly.
- Cook in two batches, add gnocchi and cook 5 minutes until tender and floating to top of water.
- Remove with slotted spoon to clean bowl. Add pesto and 1/4 cup cheese, toss with spoon until gnocchi is covered lightly.
- Divide into equal portions into serving bowls, top with remaining cheese and serve.
CAULIFLOWER GNOCCHI WITH PESTO AND SUN DRIED TOMATOES
Pull from your freezer, pantry, and refrigerator to make this quick-cooking, deeply satisfying cauliflower gnocchi dish.
Provided by Green Giant
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Cauliflower Fried
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil and season with kosher salt. Add cauliflower gnocchi and cook for 2 minutes. Reserve 1/4 cup cooking liquid. Drain gnocchi well.
- Heat olive oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add gnocchi in a single layer and cook for 3 minutes. Stir gently to turn the gnocchi onto their other side. Cook 2 more minutes. Reduce heat to low. Add the reserved cooking liquid, then pesto, sun dried tomatoes, and lemon juice. Stir very gently to combine and coat the gnocchi. Remove from heat.
- Serve immediately topped with almonds and Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 556.5 calories, Carbohydrate 68.7 g, Cholesterol 11.1 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 9.1 g, Protein 18.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 1467.3 mg, Sugar 19.4 g
Tips:
- For the best results, use fresh basil for the pesto.
- If you don't have pine nuts, you can substitute walnuts or almonds.
- To make the g حاصلocchi from scratch, you will need a potato ricer.
- If you don't have a potato ricer, you can use a food mill or a box grater to grate the potatoes.
- Be careful not to overcook the gnocch. They should be cooked until they float to the top of the water.
- Serve the gnocch immediately with the pesto and grated Parmesan cheese.
Conclusion:
Gnocch and pesto is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The gnocch are soft and pillowy, and the pesto is flavorful and aromatic. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
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