🎃 Savory Pumpkin Parmesan Gnocchi Skillet

A cozy, elegant, fall-inspired Savory Pumpkin Parmesan Gnocchi Skillet is a dish made with soft homemade pumpkin gnocchi, browned butter, garlic, sage, and freshly grated Parmesan. It’s simple comfort food with a gourmet feel—perfect for chilly evenings or holiday dinners.

Savory Pumpkin Parmesan Gnocchi Skillet Recipe:

⭐ Ingredients

Homemade Pumpkin Gnocchi:

• 1 cup pumpkin purée
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
• 1 ¼–1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (add more only if needed)

Skillet Sauce:

• 4 tbsp butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 6–8 fresh sage leaves
• 1/3 cup grated Parmesan (plus more for serving)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: crushed red pepper flakes
• Optional: toasted walnuts or pine nuts for garnish

• Large bowl
• Measuring cups / spoons
• Knife
• Cutting board
• Pot
• Slotted spoon
• Large skillet
• Spoon
• Garlic press

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

Make the Pumpkin Gnocchi:

1. Mix the dough:
   In a bowl, stir together pumpkin purée, egg, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Parmesan. Add flour gradually until a soft dough forms. It should be slightly sticky but workable—don’t add too much flour or the gnocchi will become dense.
2. Shape the gnocchi:
   Turn the dough onto a floured surface. Divide into 4 pieces. Roll each piece into long ropes about ¾-inch thick. Cut into 1-inch pillow shapes.
   Optional: Press each piece gently with a fork for ridges.
3. Boil:
   Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add gnocchi and cook until they float (2–3 minutes). Scoop out and set aside.

Make the Skillet Sauce:

1. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add sage leaves and cook until the butter begins to brown lightly and the sage becomes crispy.
2. Add minced garlic and cook 30 seconds.
3. Add boiled gnocchi directly to the skillet. Toss to coat in the browned butter.
4. Stir in Parmesan. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
5. Serve warm with extra Parmesan and toasted nuts.

🍽️ Serving Ideas:

• Top with shaved Parmesan for elegance
• Add cooked chicken for extra protein
• Add sautéed mushrooms
• Add a handful of baby spinach while tossing in the butter sauce
• Garnish with pumpkin seeds for texture
• Pair with Herb and Cranberry Cream Cheese stuffed Chicken Breast, it tastes amazing!

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Enjoy!

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