Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Gnocchi

A dreamy bowl of pillowy gnocchi tossed with juicy shrimp, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, spinach, and a luxuriously creamy parmesan sauce!

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Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: ~620 kcal per serving

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Ingredients 

• 12 oz potato gnocchi
• 10–12 large shrimp, peeled & deveined
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 1 cup baby spinach
• ¾ cup heavy cream
• ⅓ cup grated parmesan cheese
• Salt & black pepper to taste
• Fresh basil (for garnish)

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Instructions 

 Cook the Gnocchi:
• Boil gnocchi in salted water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

 Sauté the Shrimp:
• In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high.
• Add shrimp, season lightly, and sear 1–2 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.

 Make the Sauce:
• In the same pan, melt butter. Sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes for 1–2 minutes.
• Pour in heavy cream and simmer gently. Stir in parmesan until melted and smooth.

 Combine & Finish:
• Add gnocchi, spinach, and shrimp to the sauce.
• Toss gently to coat everything and let spinach wilt. Season to taste.

 Serve:
• Plate hot with a sprinkle of fresh basil and cracked black pepper.

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Pro Tip:
Toast your gnocchi in a skillet for 2 minutes before tossing in sauce for extra texture!