Bacon Cheeseburger Gnocchi Skillet
A comforting one-skillet meal featuring crispy bacon, savory ground beef, tender gnocchi, and a rich cheesy sauce with classic burger-inspired flavors.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 slotted spoon
Ingredients
- 1 lb potato gnocchi
- 6 –8 slices bacon chopped
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 –3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika optional
- 1 cup marinara or tomato sauce
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1½ –2 cups shredded cheese cheddar, American, or a blend
- Optional: diced pickles or ketchup/mustard for topping
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the chopped bacon until crisp.
- Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pan.
- Add ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up, until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and optional paprika; cook 2–3 minutes until the onion softens.
- Add uncooked gnocchi, marinara sauce, and beef broth to the skillet; stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover and cook 8–10 minutes until the gnocchi is tender and most liquid is absorbed, stirring occasionally.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the skillet, then return the crispy bacon on top.
- Cover and let sit for a few minutes until the cheese melts.
- Serve warm with optional toppings such as diced pickles or a drizzle of ketchup or mustard.
Notes
- Use a blend of cheddar and mozzarella cheese for extra melty texture.
- Add hot sauce or chili flakes for a spicy kick.
- Incorporate sautéed mushrooms, bell peppers, or spinach for more veggies.
- Prepare through beef browning in advance and finish cooking when ready to serve.