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Taco Gnocchi Skillet

This Taco Gnocchi Skillet has it all going on in one pan; taco-seasoned protein of choice, plenty of vegetables, pillowy bites of gnocchi, melty cheese, and crushed tortilla chips. This dish is flavorful with fun textures in every bite.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican-American
Keyword mexican gnocchi, taco gnocchi skillet
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 538kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef pork, chicken, or turkey
  • 1 tablespoon olive or canola oil (if using a lean protein)
  • 1 pound pre-made gnocchi
  • 1 10 ounce can Rotel
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 medium white or yellow onion finely diced
  • 1 green bell pepper finely diced
  • 1 15.5 ounce can sweet corn
  • 4 tablespoons chipotle en adobo pepper sauce (optional, adds heat and smokiness)
  • 1 cup Oaxaca or Monterey jack cheese shredded
  • Crushed tortillas chips or tortilla strips (be generous!)

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a pan over medium heat (if using a lean protein like ground chicken or turkey). Add ground meat and taco seasoning and cook for 5-7 minutes, using a wooden spoon to break the meat into smaller pieces. 
  • Meanwhile, prepare gnocchi according to package directions. Strain and set aside until needed.
  • Strain excess grease, if necessary. It’s okay to leave a little bit of grease behind for the next step.
  • Add the diced onion and green bell pepper to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.  
  • Add the can of Rotel, can of corn, and chipotle en adobo pepper sauce to the pan.
  • Lower heat to medium-low and simmer for 8-10 minutes, uncovered. The liquid will reduce down a bit.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and add cooked gnocchi. Continue cooking another 2 minutes, gently stirring the gnocchi into the mix.
  • Remove the pan from heat. Top with shredded cheese and cover with a lid until the cheese melts. For the finale, top with crushed tortilla chips or tortilla strips and dig in!

Nutrition

Calories: 538kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 906mg | Potassium: 529mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 1014IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 192mg | Iron: 6mg