Description
Creamy Chili Crisp Burrata Gnocchi is a rich, restaurant-quality skillet meal featuring pillowy potato gnocchi tossed in a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce with spicy chili crisp, finished with creamy burrata and fresh basil. This bold and comforting dish is ready in about 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 lb potato gnocchi
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chili crisp, plus extra for serving
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 8 oz burrata cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the gnocchi according to the package directions until they float. Drain and set aside.
- Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the garlic and Italian seasoning, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the broth and heavy cream, stirring until combined.
- Bring to a gentle simmer, then whisk in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth.
- Stir in the chili crisp and lemon juice.
- Add the cooked gnocchi and gently toss until evenly coated in the sauce.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Tear the burrata into pieces and place it over the hot gnocchi.
- Allow the burrata to soften for 1-2 minutes.
- Finish with fresh basil, extra chili crisp, and freshly cracked black pepper before serving.
Notes
- Pan-sear the cooked gnocchi for a crisp exterior before adding the sauce if desired.
- Adjust the amount of chili crisp to your preferred spice level.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest sauce.
- Add spinach or roasted cherry tomatoes for extra color and flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired