Pan-Fried Gnocchi with Tomato Basil Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-21 · Updated 2026-05-21

Golden pan-fried gnocchi tossed in a fresh homemade tomato basil sauce for a comforting Italian-inspired meal. This Italian-inspired pasta recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs potato gnocchi, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb potato gnocchi
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 1 can (14 oz) canned crushed tomatoes
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/3 cup, for serving grated Parmesan cheese

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb potato gnocchi and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gnocchi are golden and crisp on the outside.
2. Step 2: Remove gnocchi from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, lower heat to medium and add 3 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Pour in 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes, add 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, and simmer the sauce for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
4. Step 4: Return the gnocchi to the skillet, toss with the tomato sauce and 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, cooking for another 2 minutes until heated through.
5. Step 5: Serve topped with 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese.