Creamy Smoked Salmon Gnocchi Dinner Recipe
Creamy smoked salmon gnocchi is the ultimate comfort food, ready in just 20 minutes. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the secret to perfectly crispy gnocchi and a velvety, rich sauce. The creamy, smoky flavor will make your kitchen feel cozy and inviting. Try it with my Easy Quick Lemon Vinaigrette for Fresh Salads for a complete meal. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Quick Lemon Vinaigrette for Fresh Salads and Easy No Bake Orange Creamsicle Truffles Recipe.
Why This Creamy Smoked Salmon Gnocchi Dinner Recipe Is Pure Comfort
- Creamy, indulgent sauce with a hint of smokiness
- Crispy gnocchi with a soft, tender interior
- Quick and easy, ready in just 20 minutes
- Better than takeout, perfect for busy weeknights
What You'll Need for Creamy Smoked Salmon Gnocchi Dinner Recipe
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 1 lb potato gnocchi
- 8 oz smoked salmon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
- Optional: Red pepper flakes
- Optional: Capers
- Optional: Lemon wedges
đź“ť Ingredient Notes
- Potato gnocchi: Fresh or frozen both work well.
- Smoked salmon: Use the best quality you can find for the richest flavor.
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How to Make Creamy Smoked Salmon Gnocchi Dinner Recipe
- Cook gnocchi: Boil gnocchi according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook garlic and shallot: In a large skillet, sauté minced garlic and chopped shallot over medium heat until fragrant.
- Add cream: Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Add Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Add gnocchi: Gently add cooked gnocchi to the skillet, tossing to coat in the creamy sauce.
- Add smoked salmon: Tear smoked salmon into bite-sized pieces and add to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the salmon is heated through and the gnocchi are crispy.
- Add cheese: Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve: Plate the creamy smoked salmon gnocchi, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve with your favorite sides.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Creamy Smoked Salmon Gnocchi Dinner Recipe
- Pro tip: To prevent the gnocchi from breaking, be gentle when tossing them in the skillet.
- Common mistake and fix: If your sauce becomes too thick, thin it out with a little bit of pasta water or milk.
- Pro tip: For extra crispy gnocchi, you can pan-fry them in a bit of oil before adding them to the skillet.
- Pro tip: To make this dish even more indulgent, top it with a poached egg or some sautéed spinach.
Storing & Reheating Creamy Smoked Salmon Gnocchi Dinner Recipe
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: This dish is best enjoyed fresh, but you can prepare the ingredients ahead of time and assemble just before cooking.
Freezing Creamy Smoked Salmon Gnocchi Dinner Recipe
Freezing is not recommended for this dish as the texture may become mushy upon thawing.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through. Stir occasionally.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For an extra layer of flavor, try adding some chopped fresh dill to the sauce.
- Best substitution: If you're not a fan of smoked salmon, you can substitute it with cooked bacon or pancetta.
- Make-ahead: While this dish is best enjoyed fresh, you can cook the gnocchi and prepare the sauce ahead of time. Simply reheat and combine when ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your sauce becomes too thick, thin it out with a little bit of pasta water or milk. If it's too thin, let it simmer for a few more minutes to reduce and thicken.
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Creamy Smoked Salmon Gnocchi Dinner Recipe
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb potato gnocchi
- 8 oz smoked salmon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Optional Toppings
- Red pepper flakes
- Capers
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Cook gnocchi: Boil gnocchi according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook garlic and shallot: In a large skillet, sauté minced garlic and chopped shallot over medium heat until fragrant.
- Add cream: Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Add Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Add gnocchi: Gently add cooked gnocchi to the skillet, tossing to coat in the creamy sauce.
- Add smoked salmon: Tear smoked salmon into bite-sized pieces and add to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the salmon is heated through and the gnocchi are crispy.
- Add cheese: Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve: Plate the creamy smoked salmon gnocchi, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Chef tip: For an extra layer of flavor, try adding some chopped fresh dill to the sauce.
- Best substitution: If you're not a fan of smoked salmon, you can substitute it with cooked bacon or pancetta.
- Make-ahead: While this dish is best enjoyed fresh, you can cook the gnocchi and prepare the sauce ahead of time. Simply reheat and combine when ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your sauce becomes too thick, thin it out with a little bit of pasta water or milk. If it's too thin, let it simmer for a few more minutes to reduce and thicken.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freezing is not recommended for this dish as the texture may become mushy upon thawing.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through. Stir occasionally.
- Make ahead: This dish is best enjoyed fresh, but you can prepare the ingredients ahead of time and assemble just before cooking.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 630
- Protein: 26g
- Fat: 36g
- Carbs: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 120mg
- Sat. Fat: 22g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Creamy Smoked Salmon Gnocchi Dinner Recipe FAQs
While this dish is best enjoyed fresh, you can cook the gnocchi and prepare the sauce ahead of time. Simply reheat and combine when ready to serve.
If your sauce becomes too thick, thin it out with a little bit of pasta water or milk. If it's too thin, let it simmer for a few more minutes to reduce and thicken.
While you can cook the gnocchi in the air fryer, the sauce will not be as creamy and rich as when cooked on the stovetop.
If you're not a fan of smoked salmon, you can substitute it with cooked bacon or pancetta.
Yes, this dish is perfect for a cozy winter dinner. The creamy, smoky flavor will make your kitchen feel warm and inviting.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Creamy Smoked Salmon Gnocchi Dinner Recipe and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
