Sheet Pan Gnocchi Bake (Printable Version)

Golden gnocchi, Italian sausage, and broccolini roasted to tender, crisp perfection in one pan.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main

01 - 500 g (18 oz) store-bought potato gnocchi, shelf-stable or refrigerated
02 - 300 g (10 oz) Italian sausage, mild or spicy, casings removed, sliced or crumbled
03 - 250 g (9 oz) broccolini, trimmed and cut into bite-size pieces

→ Flavorings & Oils

04 - 3 tbsp olive oil
05 - 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, or mixed herbs)
06 - ½ tsp garlic powder
07 - ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
08 - ¾ tsp kosher salt
09 - ½ tsp black pepper

→ Finish

10 - 50 g (½ cup) grated Parmesan cheese
11 - Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish (optional)

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine gnocchi, sausage, and broccolini. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle Italian herbs, garlic powder, red pepper flakes if desired, kosher salt, and black pepper. Toss thoroughly to coat evenly.
03 - Spread the ingredients evenly on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer to ensure optimal roasting.
04 - Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the gnocchi turn golden and crisp, the sausage is fully cooked, and the broccolini becomes tender with slight charring.
05 - Remove from oven, immediately sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, and garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired. Serve hot.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • It's a complete meal that comes together in under 40 minutes with almost no cleanup.
  • Store-bought gnocchi does the heavy lifting, so you get that pillowy texture without the effort.
  • The sausage and broccolini caramelize right alongside everything else, creating pockets of crispy, savory goodness.
02 -
  • Stirring halfway through is non-negotiable—it's the difference between evenly caramelized and unevenly cooked.
  • Don't skip the parchment paper; it prevents sticking and makes cleanup genuinely effortless.
03 -
  • If you have an extra two minutes, grate your own Parmesan from a wedge instead of using pre-shredded; it melts better and tastes less dusty.
  • A hot pan straight from the oven tastes better than a warm one, so serve immediately and don't let it sit.
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