Crispy Crunchy Air Fryer Gnocchi

a grey dish with crispy air fryer gnocchi topped with chopped parsley. There are bowls of pesto and marinara.

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Crispy Crunchy Air Fryer Gnocchi

Crispy, crunchy, and easy air fryer gnocchi is a speedy weeknight dinner or snack. Packed with flavor this perfect air-fried gnocchi is the most delicious recipe you can make in under 15 minutes.

Prep Time2

Cook Time14

Total Time16

Course: Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: air fried gnocchi, gnocchi in air fryer

Servings:

Author: Sarah Cook

Equipment

Ingredients

16 oz gnocchi {shelf stable}
3 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp dried Italian seasoning {optional}
1/4 tsp garlic salt {optional}

Instructions

Preheat the air fryer to 390˚F for 3 minutes.
In a medium mixing bowl, toss gnocchi, olive oil, Italian seasoning, and garlic salt.
16 oz gnocchi, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp garlic salt, 1/2 tsp dried Italian seasoning
Cook at 390˚F for 7 minutes (fresh gnocchi) or 10 minutes (shelf-stable or frozen gnocchi).
Shake the air fryer basket and cook the gnocchi for an additional 4-8 minutes or until it is at your desired level of crispy.
{optional} Return finished gnocchi to the bowl and toss with an additional tbsp of olive oil.
Serve with dipping sauces as an appetizer or toss with marinara or pesto as a main dish.

Notes

14 minutes gives a great crispy outer texture, but if you like your gnocchi really crispy, increase cooking time to 16-18 minutes.
If using frozen gnocchi, do not defrost it before cooking.
If you're using fresh gnocchi, check the cooking progress at 7 minutes instead of 10.

Stovetop Instructions:

Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add gnocchi and 1/4 cup of water, chicken, or vegetable stock. Cover and cook for 6-8 minutes.

Add 1-2 tbsp of olive oil or butter and cook, stirring often until crispy (~5-6 minutes).

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