Creamy Smoked Salmon Gnocchi Dinner Recipe
Creamy Smoked Salmon Gnocchi is the ultimate comfort dinner. After making it dozens of times, I’ve perfected the creamiest, most irresistible sauce. The smoky salmon and tender gnocchi make this better than takeout. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Baked Chicken Roll Ups with Ham and Swiss Cheese and Maple Bacon Pork Chops with Creamy Dijon Sauce Recipe.
Why This Creamy Smoked Salmon Gnocchi Dinner Recipe Is Pure Comfort
- Creamy, velvety sauce that's incredibly rich and flavorful
- Tender gnocchi that's perfectly cooked every time
- Smoky salmon that adds a depth of flavor you'll love
- Easy to make and on the table in just 20 minutes
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 gnocchi
- 8 oz smoked salmon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Red pepper flakes
- Fresh parsley
- Optional: Crispy bacon bits
- Optional: Sautéed spinach
- Optional: Sun-dried tomatoes
đź“ť Ingredient Notes
- smoked salmon: Use good quality smoked salmon for the best 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: In a large skillet, sauté minced garlic over medium heat until fragrant.
- Add cream: Pour in heavy cream, bring to a simmer, and let it reduce by half.
- Add Parmesan: Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Blend sauce: Use an immersion blender to blend the sauce until smooth.
- Add salmon: Stir in flaked smoked salmon and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Combine and serve: Toss cooked gnocchi in the sauce, season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Creamy Smoked Salmon Gnocchi Dinner Recipe
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the gnocchi. They can become mushy. To prevent this, cook them just until they float to the surface of the water.
- Pro tip: For an extra creamy sauce, you can add a tablespoon of cornstarch mixed with a tablespoon of water to the sauce before blending.
- Pro tip: To make this dish even more indulgent, top it with crispy bacon bits or 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 fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can make the sauce up to a day ahead and reheat it before adding the gnocchi.
Freezing Creamy Smoked Salmon Gnocchi Dinner Recipe
Freezing is not recommended for this dish as the gnocchi can become watery upon thawing.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, substitute the smoked salmon with roasted red peppers or artichoke hearts.
- Best substitution: If you don't have heavy cream, you can substitute it with a mixture of milk and flour.
- Make-ahead: You can cook the gnocchi ahead of time and reheat them in the sauce just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe is easily scalable. Just adjust the ingredients proportionally.
- Troubleshooting: If your sauce is too thick, thin it out with a little bit of milk or chicken broth.
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Creamy Smoked Salmon Gnocchi Dinner Recipe
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb gnocchi
- 8 oz smoked salmon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic
Seasonings
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Red pepper flakes
- Fresh parsley
Optional Toppings
- Crispy bacon bits
- Sautéed spinach
- Sun-dried tomatoes
Instructions
- Cook gnocchi: Boil gnocchi according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook garlic: In a large skillet, sauté minced garlic over medium heat until fragrant.
- Add cream: Pour in heavy cream, bring to a simmer, and let it reduce by half.
- Add Parmesan: Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Blend sauce: Use an immersion blender to blend the sauce until smooth.
- Add salmon: Stir in flaked smoked salmon and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Combine and serve: Toss cooked gnocchi in the sauce, season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, substitute the smoked salmon with roasted red peppers or artichoke hearts.
- Best substitution: If you don't have heavy cream, you can substitute it with a mixture of milk and flour.
- Make-ahead: You can cook the gnocchi ahead of time and reheat them in the sauce just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe is easily scalable. Just adjust the ingredients proportionally.
- Troubleshooting: If your sauce is too thick, thin it out with a little bit of milk or chicken broth.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freezing is not recommended for this dish as the gnocchi can become watery upon thawing.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Make ahead: You can make the sauce up to a day ahead and reheat it before adding the gnocchi.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 650
- Protein: 25g
- Fat: 35g
- Carbs: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 140mg
- Sat. Fat: 21g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Creamy Smoked Salmon Gnocchi Dinner Recipe FAQs
Yes, you can make the sauce ahead of time and reheat it before adding the gnocchi. However, I don't recommend making the entire dish ahead as the gnocchi can become soggy.
This could be due to overcooking the gnocchi or not reducing the cream enough. To prevent this, cook the gnocchi just until they float to the surface of the water and let the cream reduce by half before adding the cheese.
While you can cook the gnocchi in the air fryer, the sauce is best made on the stovetop. I recommend cooking the gnocchi in the air fryer and then tossing them in the sauce made on the stove.
The best way to reheat this dish is in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes. This helps to keep the gnocchi from becoming soggy.
Freezing is not recommended for this dish as the gnocchi can become watery upon thawing. It's best to make this dish fresh and enjoy it immediately.
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!
