Cauliflower Gnocchi with Chicken Sausage

Looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner that’s healthy too? Look no further than cauliflower gnocchi with chicken sausage! In just 20 minutes, you will have a dish that’s bursting with flavor. Not only is it perfect for meal prep, but it’s also gluten-free, dairy-free, and packed with protein. 

Cauliflower Gnocchi with Chicken Sausage Recipe

Say hello to your next cauliflower obsession! This gluten-free and dairy-free healthy dinner option is whipped up in just 20 minutes. You can find this cauliflower gnocchi in the freezer section, and I like to buy 3-4 bags at a time since I’ve been making this delicious meal weekly! It’s been a huge hit in our family and there are just so many ways to cook it.

Ingredients

• chicken sausage: to keep this recipe low carb, you’ll want to use a no sugar added sausage. I’m using Primitive Foods paleo italian chicken sausage. 
• cauliflower gnocchi: you can find these at most stores, like Whole Foods and Trader Joe’s.
• onion
• garlic
• coconut milk: if you’re not dairy-free, you can sub heavy cream.
• chicken broth
• italian seasoning
• red pepper flakes: omit if you don’t like spicy
• olive oil: for frying. substitute for avocado oil, any neutral oil you have on hand or butter.
• kale 
• salt and pepper

How to make Cauliflower Gnocchi with Chicken Sausage

Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken sausage slices to the pan and cook for 4 minutes. Flip the slices over and cook for another 4 minutes until browned. Remove the sausage from the pan and set aside.

Step 2: Add another tablespoon of olive oil to the pan. Add the onions and garlic to the pan and cook for about 3 minutes. Add the whole bag of cauliflower gnocchi to the pan in an even single layer, cover with a lid, and let the gnocchi cook for about 4 minutes. Stir the gnocchi, onions, and garlic and cover again. Add another tablespoon of olive oil if necessary. This will help the gnocchi prevent from sticking together and crisping up. Cover and cook for an additional 3 minutes. Stir once more, and cook for another 3 minutes. 

Step 3: Add the sausage back into the pan. Add the kale, stir, and cook uncovered until the kale is wilted. Add the Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, chicken broth, and coconut milk and stir to combine. Bring to a slight boil and simmer for about 2 minutes.

Step 4: Spoon into a bowl and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.

Can I add vegetables to this recipe?

Yes! Add any of your favorite veggies like zucchini, mushrooms, Brussel sprouts and even fresh basil.

Storage and Reheating Instructions

Store cauliflower gnocchi with chicken sausage in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Simply reheat over medium heat on the stove in an oiled pan until warmed through. You can also reheat it in the microwave for a couple of minutes.

Common Questions

Is Trader Joe’s cauliflower gnocchi low-carb?

Compared to regular potato gnocchi, Trader Joe’s cauliflower gnocchi has significantly less carbohydrates. TJ’s cauliflower gnocchi has just 16g of net carbs per serving making this a great low-carb alternative to traditional potato gnocchi. 

Is cauliflower gnocchi actually healthy?

Yes! TJ’s cauliflower gnocchi has just 5 simple clean ingredients: cauliflower, cassava flour (a gluten-free flour made from the cassava root), potato starch, extra-virgin olive oil, and salt. Plus, each serving has 6g of fiber!

How do you make cauliflower gnocchi not soggy?

Check out this link for extra tips and tricks on how to keep your cauliflower gnocchi crispy. Plus air fryer, oven, and pan frying instructions.

Craving more chicken recipes? Try Low Carb Chicken Alfredo with Zoodles!

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