Name: Creamy Boursin Gnocchi Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 17 min
Total time: 27 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 tablespoons butter; 1/2 medium onion, chopped; 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced; 2-3 cloves garlic, minced; 3/4 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth; 1/2 cup heavy cream (whipping cream); 1 pound uncooked potato gnocchi; 5.2 oz (150g) Boursin cheese, softened; Salt and pepper, to taste; Fresh chopped parsley (optional, to taste)

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Introduction

This Creamy Boursin Gnocchi is a comforting, rich dish perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner. With tender gnocchi bathed in a luscious garlic mushroom cream sauce, it’s both simple to make and delightfully flavorful.

A close-up of a creamy dish in a black pan on a white marbled surface, showing two main layers: the first layer consists of plump, round gnocchi pieces that are pale yellow with a soft, smooth texture, evenly spread across the pan, mixed with thin slices of light brown mushrooms that have a slightly shiny, tender look; the second layer is a thick, white cream sauce that coats both gnocchi and mushrooms uniformly, speckled with small bits of green herbs and black pepper, giving a rich and smooth texture. A gold spoon holds up a serving of the dish, showing a few gnocchi pieces and mushrooms covered in the sauce, topped with a tiny bit of fresh green herb for garnish. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 medium onion, chopped
8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
2-3 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth
1/2 cup heavy or whipping cream
1 pound uncooked potato gnocchi
5.2 oz (150g) Boursin cheese, softened
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh chopped parsley, optional for serving

Instructions

Step 1: Heat the olive oil and butter in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Once the butter has melted, add the chopped onion and sauté for about 4 minutes until softened.
Step 2: Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they release their moisture and begin to brown.
Step 3: Reduce the heat to medium, stir in the minced garlic, and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4: Pour in the broth, cream, and add the uncooked gnocchi. Stir well, then let the mixture come to a gentle bubble. Cook uncovered, stirring often, until the gnocchi is tender and the sauce thickens, about 7 minutes. Adjust heat as needed to maintain a gentle simmer.
Step 5: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the softened Boursin cheese until melted and fully combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

For a vegetarian option, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
Try adding spinach or peas in the last few minutes of cooking for extra color and nutrition.
Use regular cream cheese if Boursin is unavailable—add garlic and herbs to mimic flavor.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat, adding a splash of cream or broth if the sauce has thickened too much.

How to Serve

The image shows a close-up of a creamy dish in a black pan filled with gnocchi and sliced mushrooms in a thick white sauce. The gnocchi pieces are plump and pale yellow, while the mushroom slices have a light brown color with a soft texture. The sauce is white with specks of black pepper and finely chopped green herbs scattered throughout. A golden spoon lifts a spoonful of the creamy mixture, showing the gnocchi, mushrooms, and sauce in detail. The background is a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen gnocchi for this recipe?

Yes, frozen gnocchi can be used directly without thawing. Just add a couple of extra minutes to the cooking time until they are tender.

What can I substitute for Boursin cheese?

If you don’t have Boursin, cream cheese mixed with garlic powder and chopped fresh herbs can work well as a substitute to achieve a similar creamy, herby flavor.