🔥 Chorizo & Mozzarella Gnocchi Bake – One-Pan Spanish Comfort
Level up your gnocchi game with this sizzling Spanish-Italian fusion. Juicy chorizo, sweet tomatoes, and melty mozzarella transform a humble gnocchi dish into the ultimate midweek comfort bake.
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10 mins
35 mins
Easy
6
Sugars
6.6g
Kcal
305.6
Fibre
1.5g
Fat
17.8g
Protein
12g
Saturates
6.6g
Salt
0.73g
Carbs
25.8g
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Prep time:
10 mins
Freezable
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35 mins
Easy
6
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6.6g
Fibre
1.5g
Protein
12g
Salt
0.73g
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Freezable
10 mins
35 mins
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6
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Ingredients:
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 120g chorizo, diced
• 2 x 400g cans chopped tomatoes
• 1 tsp caster sugar
• 600g fresh gnocchi
• 125g mozzarella ball, cut into chunks
• Small bunch of basil, torn
• Green salad, to serve
Instructions:
1. Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened.
2. Stir in the crushed garlic and diced chorizo. Cook for 4 minutes until the oil is released and the chorizo crisps slightly.
3. Pour in the chopped tomatoes and add the caster sugar. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
4. Meanwhile, cook the gnocchi according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
5. Stir the cooked gnocchi into the tomato and chorizo sauce. Mix well to combine.
6. Transfer the mixture to a large ovenproof dish. Scatter the mozzarella chunks over the top.
7. Preheat the grill to high. Place the dish under the grill for 3–5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden.
8. Remove from the grill and scatter the torn basil leaves over the top. Serve with a green salad.
Healthy Swaps & Tips:
• Use reduced-fat mozzarella for a lighter version
• Swap chorizo for turkey or chicken sausage
• Add spinach or kale for extra greens
• Use wholewheat gnocchi for added fibre
• For spice lovers, stir in a pinch of chilli flakes
Storage & Meal Prep:
• Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days
• Reheat in the oven or microwave until piping hot
• Freeze before grilling step, then defrost and finish under the grill when ready to eat
Ideal For:
• Busy families craving a quick oven-bake
• Gnocchi fans wanting something more indulgent
• People who love Italian food with a Spanish twist
• Perfect for meal preppers or hearty lunchboxes
• Great crowd-pleaser for casual dinners