Pan Fried Gnocchi with Turkey Bacon: An Easy Comfort Meal
An easy and comforting pan fried gnocchi dish featuring turkey bacon, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound gnocchi
- 4 ounces turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped turkey bacon and cook until crispy.
- Add the gnocchi to the skillet and cook until golden brown.
- Stir in the cherry tomatoes and spinach, and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cook until the spinach is wilted and the tomatoes are soft.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute the turkey bacon with regular bacon or omit it for a vegetarian option.
- For added flavor, consider using fresh herbs like basil or parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 700 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 milligrams
Keywords: Pan Fried Gnocchi, Turkey Bacon, Comfort Meal