# Creamy Chorizo Gnocchi

This recipe provides an easy and flavorful way to serve gnocchi, combining chorizo, vegetables, and a creamy sauce for a quick and satisfying dinner.

- Servings: 4 servings
- Total time: 20 min
- Cuisine: Italian
- Category: Dinner
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 200 g Chorizo
- 1 medium Red Onion
- 200 g Courgette/Zucchini
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 0.25 tsp Dried Oregano
- 2 tbsp Tomato Puree
- 180 ml Chicken Stock
- 180 ml Double/Heavy Cream
- 0.5 small bunch Basil
- 30 g Parmesan
- 200 g Baby Plum Tomatoes
- 500 g Gnocchi
- as needed Salt
- as needed Pepper

## Instructions

1. Slice the chorizo into thin rounds.
2. Finely dice the onion.
3. Add the chorizo to a large pan with the heat off, then turn to medium and fry for 3-4 minutes until it crisps and releases its oil.
4. Slice the courgette into small bite-sized pieces.
5. Use a slotted spoon to remove the chorizo, leaving the excess fat behind.
6. Add the onion and courgette to the pan.
7. Fry for around 4 minutes until they soften and start taking on color.
8. Finely dice the garlic and basil.
9. Stir in the garlic, oregano, and a good pinch of salt & pepper, then fry for 30 seconds.
10. Stir in the tomato puree and fry for a minute.
11. Stir in the chicken stock and cream.
12. Stir in the basil and parmesan, then simmer for 3-4 minutes or until the sauce thickens.
13. Halve the baby plum tomatoes.
14. Stir in the tomatoes and simmer for 2 minutes until they just start to soften.
15. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and add the gnocchi. Cook for 1 minute.
16. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the gnocchi into the sauce.
17. Add the cooked chorizo to the sauce.
18. Turn the heat to low and give everything a good stir until combined.
19. Check for seasoning and adjust if needed, then serve with extra basil or parmesan if desired.

## Equipment

- large pan
- slotted spoon
- wooden spoon
- plate
- fork

## Tips

- Prepping as you go helps the dish come together speedily.
- If the sauce needs thinning, stir in a splash of the leftover gnocchi water.
- Serve with extra basil or parmesan if desired.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.tiktok.com/@dontgobaconmyheart_/video/7400830543673412896
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/7501febc-27b4-42c3-ac13-c2c33d7ab07b
- Extracted: 2025-07-28

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