Description
This delicious Cheeseburger Gnocchi recipe combines tender potato gnocchi with seasoned ground beef, diced tomatoes, and creamy cheddar cheese. Cooked in a skillet and finished under the broiler, it offers a comforting and easy-to-make meal packed with hearty flavors and a cheesy, bubbly topping.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon salted butter
- 1 package (16 ounces) potato gnocchi
- ½ pound lean ground beef
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10 ounces) Rotel Diced Tomatoes and Green Chiles (undrained)
- 1 cup beef broth
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese
- 3 tablespoons sliced green onion
Instructions
- Toast the Gnocchi: Melt the butter in a large cast iron or oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the potato gnocchi and cook on one side for 2 minutes until browned and toasted. Toss the gnocchi and cook for another 2 minutes to brown the other side. Remove the gnocchi to a large plate, cover, and set aside.
- Cook the Beef and Aromatics: Place the skillet back on medium-high heat. Add the lean ground beef seasoned with salt, pepper, cumin, and paprika. Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
- Simmer with Tomatoes and Broth: Return the toasted gnocchi to the skillet along with the undrained diced tomatoes and green chiles and beef broth. Gently stir to combine all ingredients. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover with a lid and simmer for a few minutes until the gnocchi is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
- Add Cream and Cheese, then Broil: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the heavy cream and half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Evenly sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top. Place the skillet under the broiler until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly browned. Watch closely to prevent burning.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the skillet from the oven, sprinkle the sliced green onions over the top, and serve the Cheeseburger Gnocchi warm. Enjoy this hearty and comforting dish!
Notes
- Use a cast iron or oven-safe skillet to transition easily from stovetop to broiler.
- Watch the broiler carefully to avoid burning the cheese topping.
- For spicier flavor, use Rotel with hot diced tomatoes and chiles.
- Drain any excess fat to keep the dish from being greasy.
- Leftovers store well and can be reheated in the oven or microwave.
