How to Make Skillet Gnocchi with Chard and White Beans - A Step-by-Step Guide

Skillet gnocchi with chard and white beans is the perfect dish for a cozy night in. This recipe combines pillowy gnocchi with hearty white beans and nutritious chard for a flavorful and satisfying meal. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, this dish is easy to whip up on a busy weeknight or for a casual dinner with friends and family.

Gnocchi, a type of Italian dumpling, is the star of this dish. When cooked in a skillet, the gnocchi develops a delicious crispy ex...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 (16 ounce) package shelf-stable gnocchi (see Tip)
  • 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup water
  • 6 cups chopped chard leaves or spinach
  • 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes with Italian seasonings
  • 1 (15 ounce) can white beans, rinsed
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • ½ cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add gnocchi and cook, often stirring, until plumped and starting to brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
  • Add remaining 1 teaspoon oil and onion to the pan and cook, stirring, over medium heat, for 2 minutes. Stir in garlic and water. Cover and cook until onion is soft, 4 to 6 minutes. Add chard (or spinach) and cook, stirring, until starting to wilt, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, beans, and pepper; bring to a simmer. Stir in gnocchi and sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Cover and cook until cheeses are melted and sauce is bubbling, about 3 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    259 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 23mg
    • Sodium: 505mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 30g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 19mg
    • Calcium: 205mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 369mg