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Sheet Pan Gnocchi with Sausage and Peppers is an easy one-pan dinner with crispy gnocchi, Italian sausage, roasted bell peppers, and red onion. Everything cooks together on a hot sheet pan, then gets finished with Parmesan and parsley.

This easy sheet pan dinner comes together with minimal prep and no need to boil the gnocchi first. The shelf-stable gnocchi go straight onto the pan, where it roasts until golden and crisp on the outside while the sausage and vegetables cook alongside it.

Why You'll Love This Sheet Pan Gnocchi

• No boiling required. The gnocchi goes directly onto the sheet pan.

• Everything cooks together. Gnocchi, sausage, peppers, and onion roast at the same time.

• Crispy gnocchi. Preheating the sheet pan helps give the gnocchi plenty of direct contact with the hot surface.

• Easy cleanup. This is a one-pan meal with minimal dishes.

• Simple ingredients. Italian seasoning, garlic powder, Parmesan, and a few basic ingredients bring everything together.

What You'll Need

How to Make It

Heat the oven to 425º.

Cut Italian sausage into 1" pieces onto one end of a rimmed baking sheet. Toss the gnocchi with olive oil and Italian seasoning, pour onto middle of the sheet in a single layer.  Toss the peppers and onions with Italian seasoning and pour onto the remaining space. 

Roast for 15 minutes without stirring. This gives the gnocchi time to develop a golden, crisp exterior.

After the first 15 minutes, toss everything and return the pan to the oven for another 15 to 20 minutes, or until the gnocchi are golden and crisp and the sausage is cooked through.

Finish the sheet pan gnocchi with grated Parmesan and basil, if desired, before serving.

Tips for Crispy Gnocchi

• Don't use parchment paper. Direct contact between the gnocchi and the hot pan helps them brown and crisp.
• Keep everything in a single layer. Overcrowding can cause the ingredients to steam instead of roast.
• Don't stir too soon. Let the gnocchi roast undisturbed for the first 15 minutes before tossing everything.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have to boil gnocchi before making sheet pan gnocchi?

No. Shelf-stable gnocchi can be roasted directly on the sheet pan for this recipe. There is no need to boil it first.

How do you make gnocchi crispy in the oven?

For crispy oven-roasted gnocchi, spread them in a single layer, avoid parchment paper, and let it cook undisturbed for the first 15 minutes.

Can you cook sausage and gnocchi together?

Yes. Sliced Italian sausage can roast on the same sheet pan as the gnocchi, peppers, and onion. Just make sure the sausage is cooked through before serving.

Can I use fresh gnocchi?

This recipe was developed for shelf-stable gnocchi. If using a different type of gnocchi, cooking time and texture may vary.

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