Description
Easy Stovetop Gnocchi Lasagna is a delightful and comforting dish that brings the flavors of Italy right to your kitchen in under an hour. This one-pan meal features tender potato gnocchi layered with savory ground beef, marinara sauce, and gooey mozzarella cheese, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With minimal cleanup and maximum taste, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Simply gather your ingredients, follow the easy steps, and enjoy a heartwarming meal that delivers both flavor and satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried parsley
- 1/2 tsp salt
- pepper
- 28 oz marinara sauce
- 1/2 c chicken broth
- 4 oz mozzarella, shredded or sliced
- 1/4 c fresh Parmigiano reggiano, grated
- 24 oz potato gnocchi
- optional: fresh basil
Instructions
- In a large sauté pan over medium heat, brown the ground beef until cooked through. Drain excess grease.
- Add olive oil, onion, garlic, and spices to the pan; sauté for 3-5 minutes until onions are soft.
- Stir in marinara sauce and chicken broth; reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Add potato gnocchi; cover and simmer an additional 10 minutes until tender.
- Mix in mozzarella cheese until melted. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg