Baked Feta Gnocchi

Baked Feta Gnocchi Recipe – This baked feta gnocchi recipe is the perfect easy weeknight dinner. Soft, pillowy gnocchi are combined with baked grape tomatoes, savory feta cheese, olive oil, and herbs for a quick meal everyone will love. Enjoy!

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Ingredients list for the baked feta gnocchi recipe

• 4 cups grape tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced and divided
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper, or to taste
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 block Feta Cheese
• 4 cups gnocchi, cooked according to package directions
• A handful of fresh basil, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper chili flakes (optional)

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Baked Feta Gnocchi Recipe

With this quick and easy baked feta gnocchi recipe in your repertoire, you’ll never get stuck on dinner ideas! You can customize the baked gnocchi with different herbs and spices you have in your pantry. This baked gnocchi recipe will become one of your go-to dinners, perfect for those evenings when you’re low on prep time or don’t want to put in a lot of effort.

Ingredients for the baked feta gnocchi recipe

• Gnocchi: Refrigerated or homemade gnocchi will be the best option.
• Feta cheese: Creates that rich and creamy base to the sauce.
• Grape tomatoes: Juicy, sweet, and not acidic.
• Garlic: Fresh is better.
• Olive oil: Extra virgin, cold-pressed is better.
• Italian seasoning: Or herbes de Provence.
• Fresh basil: Adds a fresh flavor to the baked feta gnocchi. You can also use fresh parsley.

How to make baked feta gnocchi

Baked feta gnocchi is a simple dinner that is simply made by adding grape tomatoes to a baking dish and drizzling with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add a block of feta into the center, add herbs and bake until the tomatoes are blistering. Then break up the tomatoes and feta and mix until creamy with a wooden spoon or spatula. Finally, add cooked gnocchi into the dish and stir to coat well. Garnish with fresh chopped garlic and basil. Easy!

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Directions

1. To make the baked feta gnocchi: Preheat your oven to 400ºF (200ºC). Add grape tomatoes to a baking dish. Add minced garlic, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper and toss to coat.

2. Make a well in the center of the tomatoes and add the block of feta. Season with pepper and Italian seasoning and bake for 30-35 minutes or until tomatoes are juicy and most of them have burst or are about to burst. Broil for the last 1-2 minutes to get a nice golden brown color, if desired.

3. In the meantime, prepare the gnocchi according to package directions and set them aside.

4. Remove the baking dish from the oven and add half of the basil then stir with a spoon until the tomatoes and feta are nice and creamy. 

5. Stir in the cooked gnocchi and toss to coat again. Top with remaining fresh basil and season with red chili pepper flakes and black pepper to taste. Serve the baked Feta gnocchi immediately. Enjoy! ❤️

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Tips for the baked feta gnocchi recipe

• We do not add any salt to the baked feta gnocchi – Remember that sodium content may change depending on the brand of gnocchi you use, plus feta is already very salty.
• Feel free to add garlic bread crumbles to the baked gnocchi for a nice crunch!
• You’ll notice that baked feta will hold its shape but will break down in a smooth and creamy texture once stirred with the spoon.

What to serve with the baked feta gnocchi?

You’ll love the baked gnocchi with breadstick, garlic bread, and/or a crisp side salad.

How to keep the baked feta gnocchi leftovers?

You can keep the baked Feta gnocchi leftovers for 2 days in your refrigerator in an airtight container. Reheat gently in the microwave.

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