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April 26, 2026
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Jump into meatless Monday (or any day!) with this One-Pan Soy Chorizo Gnocchi Skillet! It’s an easy to make weeknight meal that includes veggies and packs tons of smoky flavor from the soy chorizo and salsa. You won’t miss the meat!
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Instructions
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Preheat oven to 425F. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the soy chorizo (plastic casing removed!) and break it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon or spatula. Cook, stirring occasionally, until browning and heated through, about 5 minutes. Transfer the soy chorizo to a bowl and set aside.
2
Add 1 tablespoon oil to the same pan over medium heat. Add gnocchi, cumin, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the gnocchi is golden brown on both sides, about 7 minutes. Transfer the gnocchi to the bowl with the soy chorizo.
3
To the same pan once more, add remaining 1 tablespoon oil and heat over medium. Add the zucchini and onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is browned on both sides, about 7-8 minutes. Add the garlic cook for 1 more minute, until fragrant.
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Add the water to the pan and scrape the bottom to remove any stuck brown bits as the water heats up. Next, add the half & half and salsa, then stir to combine the liquids. Add the soyrizo and gnocchi back to the pan and stir until everything is completely mixed together. Reduce the heat to low and bring it to a simmer, then remove the pan from the heat and stir gently one more time.
5
Flatten the top of the mixture in the pan and then spread the shredded cheese over the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 7-8 minutes or until the cheese is melted and sauce is bubbling.
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Let the skillet rest for at least 5 minutes before serving. Top with avocado and cilantro. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Crisp the Soy Chorizo First 🌶️Remove the soy chorizo from the skillet after browning to render its oils and develop deep smoky flavor, then return it at the end to prevent it from becoming mushy.
- Don't Overcrowd Your Pan 🍳Cook vegetables in batches if needed—allowing proper space ensures they caramelize beautifully rather than steam, creating better depth of flavor.
- Temper Your Cream Base ✨Slowly add the half & half and sour cream mixture to hot ingredients off the heat, then gently reheat to prevent curdling and maintain a silky sauce.
- Add Gnocchi Last for Texture 🥔Stir in store-bought gnocchi in the final 2-3 minutes so it absorbs flavors without breaking down or becoming gluey from prolonged cooking.
- Layer Your Salsa Strategically 🥒Reserve half the salsa to swirl in at the very end for a brighter, fresher contrast that prevents the dish from tasting one-dimensional and overcooked.
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Low Sugar
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