Description
This easy one-pan dinner features crispy roasted gnocchi, savory sausage, and tender winter vegetables like butternut squash and Brussels sprouts. It is an effortless meal that combines comforting winter flavors with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
- 1 (16 oz) package shelf-stable potato gnocchi
- 12 oz Italian chicken or turkey sausage, sliced into 1-inch rounds
- 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed into 1-inch pieces
- 2 cups Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 1 medium red onion, cut into large chunks
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh)
- ½ teaspoon dried sage (or 1 teaspoon fresh chopped)
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the gnocchi, sliced sausage, cubed butternut squash, halved Brussels sprouts, and red onion chunks.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, sage, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the seasoned oil over the gnocchi and vegetable mixture, tossing well to coat everything evenly.
- Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer; use two pans if the mixture is crowded.
- Roast for 20–25 minutes, tossing halfway through, until vegetables are tender and gnocchi is crispy.
- Check that the sausage reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese if you are using it.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze just before serving.
- Serve hot directly from the pan or transfer to a platter.
Notes
- Do not boil the shelf-stable gnocchi before roasting.
- Cut vegetables into uniform sizes for even cooking.
- Use two sheet pans if necessary to prevent steaming.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3–4 days.
- Reheat on a baking sheet in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes to re-crisp the gnocchi.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American