Creamy Cauliflower Gnocchi with Chicken Sausage & Spinach

This low-carb, satisfying meal combines crispy chicken sausage, spinach, and a creamy sauce made with coconut milk or half-and-half. A comfort dish that’s both healthy and delicious.

By @smileyandhealthy

Original recipe source

Cook time: 20 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil for cooking
• 1 package chicken sausage sliced
• 1 bag spinach
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp Aglio Olio seasoning or Italian seasoning
• 1 pack cauliflower gnocchi Trader Joe's
• 0 tbsp olive oil if needed for pan cooking
• 2 cups coconut milk or half-and-half
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp cornstarch or flour
• 0 salt to taste
• 0 pepper to taste
• 0 chicken sausage
• 0 spinach
• 0 cauliflower gnocchi
• 0 Parmesan cheese extra for topping

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add sliced chicken sausage and cook for about 8 minutes, flipping to crisp both sides. Add spinach, garlic powder, and seasonings during the last few minutes. Once cooked, remove from the pan and set aside.
2. Cook the cauliflower gnocchi using your preferred method. Either air fry at 400°F for 8 minutes or follow the package instructions to cook in the pan that was used for the sausage, using a bit more oil if needed. Set aside with the sausage and spinach.
3. In the same pan, add coconut milk, Parmesan cheese, cornstarch (or flour), and seasoning. Whisk to combine and bring to a boil, then reduce heat. Stir frequently for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
4. Once the sauce has thickened, return the sausage, spinach, and gnocchi to the pan. Stir to coat everything in the sauce, top with extra Parmesan, and serve!