Gnocchi with Chicken Sausage and Creamy Harissa Sauce
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Gnocchi with chicken sausage and Creamy Harissa Sauce, perfect for any occasion. This delightful dish features tender potato gnocchi tossed with flavorful chicken sausage in a rich, creamy sauce infused with the warm spices of harissa paste. In just 30 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal that impresses family and friends alike. Whether it’s a quick weeknight dinner or an inviting gathering, this recipe is versatile enough to accommodate your favorite vegetables while delivering a deliciously comforting experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 g potato gnocchi (gluten-free if needed)
- 150 g chicken sausage, sliced or crumbled
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp harissa paste (adjust to taste)
- 150 ml heavy cream (or dairy-free alternative)
- 50 ml vegetable or chicken stock
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the gnocchi in boiling salted water until they float. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chicken sausage until browned.
- Add chopped onion and cook until softened, then stir in minced garlic and smoked paprika.
- Mix in harissa paste for flavor enhancement.
- Pour in heavy cream and stock; simmer until slightly thickened.
- Toss cooked gnocchi into the sauce and heat through.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg