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Air-Fried Gnocchi
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🛒 Quick Ingredients
📋 Complete Ingredients List
💡 Pro tip: Tap items to check them off as you prep!
🍳 Quick Cooking Steps
If using frozen gnocchi let thaw at room temperature for 10 minutes or follow package directions
In large mixing bowl combine gnocchi olive oil minced garlic Italian seasoning garlic powder onion powder salt black pepper and red pepper flakes
Toss gnocchi gently until evenly coated with oil and seasonings
Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes
Spray air fryer basket with cooking spray
Add seasoned gnocchi to basket in single layer working in batches if needed
Cook at 400°F for 5 minutes then shake basket to redistribute gnocchi
Continue cooking shaking basket every 5 minutes for total of 15 minutes
Gnocchi should be golden brown and crispy on outside tender on inside
Remove from air fryer and immediately toss with grated parmesan cheese
Garnish with fresh chopped basil
Serve hot as side dish or appetizer with marinara sauce for dipping
🔧 Kitchen Tools & Equipment
📋 Complete Tools List
- Air fryer
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring spoons
- Silicone spatula
- Serving bowl
- Garlic press
- Small bowl for tossing
⚡ Quick Cooking Tips
Don't skip shaking basket every 5 minutes for even crisping
Use store-bought gnocchi for convenience and consistent results
Toss with parmesan immediately after cooking while still hot
Make sure gnocchi are in single layer for maximum crispiness
Fresh gnocchi works better than shelf-stable for best texture
Double the batch and use as crispy salad topper throughout week
📊 Nutrition Facts
📦 Storage & Meal Prep
🥶 Storage Instructions
- Store cooled gnocchi in airtight container in refrigerator for up to 3 days
- Store separately from sauce if meal prepping
- Best consumed fresh for optimal crispiness
- Do not store while warm as condensation makes them soft
⏰ Make Ahead Tips
- Prepare seasoning mixture up to 1 week ahead and store in airtight container
- Toss gnocchi with oil and seasonings up to 2 hours ahead and refrigerate
- Grate parmesan cheese ahead and store in refrigerator
- Chop fresh basil right before serving for best flavor
❄️ Freezing Guide
- Freeze uncooked seasoned gnocchi on baking sheet until solid
- Transfer to freezer bags for up to 2 months
- Cook from frozen add 5-7 minutes to cooking time
- Do not thaw before cooking for best texture
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Serve with marinara sauce pesto or alfredo for dipping
- Pair with grilled chicken or Italian sausage for complete meal
- Add to salad as crispy crouton alternative
- Serve alongside roasted vegetables and garlic bread
- Top with fresh mozzarella and tomatoes for caprese style
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- Not shaking basket regularly results in uneven browning
- Overcrowding air fryer basket causes steaming instead of crisping
- Using too much oil makes gnocchi greasy not crispy
- Not preheating air fryer leads to longer cooking time
- Skipping the parmesan toss at end reduces flavor impact
- Cooking frozen gnocchi without thawing can result in uneven texture
🎨 Recipe Variations
- Pesto gnocchi toss with basil pesto instead of garlic oil
- Buffalo style toss with buffalo sauce and blue cheese after cooking
- Lemon herb add lemon zest and fresh thyme to seasoning
- Truffle parmesan drizzle with truffle oil and extra parmesan
- Spicy Italian add more red pepper flakes and Italian sausage
- Mediterranean add sun-dried tomatoes olives and feta cheese
❓ Quick Cooking Q&A
Yes let thaw at room temperature for 10 minutes first or follow package directions.
Use less oil shake basket frequently and cook at 425°F for last 2-3 minutes.
Yes homemade works great. Just ensure they're fully cooked before air frying.
Marinara pesto alfredo garlic butter or even ranch all work wonderfully.
Yes cherry tomatoes bell peppers or zucchini can be added for last 8 minutes of cooking.
