This Sheet Pan Gnocchi Dinner is a one-pan meal made with crispy gnocchi, roasted veggies, seasoned chicken, marinara, and creamy ricotta. Perfect for an easy, cozy, macro-friendly weeknight dinner.

About This Recipe

If you love an easy, flavor-packed dinner with minimal cleanup, this Sheet Pan Gnocchi Dinner is about to become a weekly staple. Crispy, golden gnocchi roast alongside tender veggies and juicy seasoned chicken, then get tossed in marinara, creamy ricotta, and melty parmesan for the ultimate cozy, satisfying meal.

Everything cooks on one pan (yes, even the gnocchi—no boiling required), making this perfect for busy weeknights when you want something hearty, delicious, and low effort.

It’s also great because it’s super customizable depending on what veggies or protein you have on hand. It can easily be a clean-out-the-fridge kind of meal that will still satisfy the whole family.

For more delicious dinner recipes, try Harissa Feta Chicken Wraps, Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry, Harissa Chicken with Whipped Feta Hummus Sauce, Creamy Tomato Butternut Skillet Lasagna, or Cottage Cheese Spaghetti Squash Marinara.

Gnocchi dinner served in a bowl with extra ricotta cheese and arugula.

Ingredients and Substitutions

Chicken: You can use breasts or tenderloins chopped into bite-sized pieces.
Seasonings: Kosher salt, goddess seasoning (or Italian seasoning or oregano), garlic powder, black pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes.
Veggies: Zucchini, delicata squash (or sub butternut squash), red onion, cherry tomatoes, and cauliflower florets.
Olive oil: Or use your favorite cooking oil, like avocado oil.
Potato gnocchi: Shelf-stable gnocchi works best and crisps up perfectly in the oven. No boiling required!
Cheeses: Part-skim ricotta and freshly grated parmesan for creaminess and flavor.
Basil paste: Typically found in the produce section. You can also use fresh basil if you have some on hand.
Marinara: I’m using Rao’s for a rich, classic flavor, but use your favorite store-bought (or homemade) marinara.
Arugula: Can also sub for spinach or kale if you prefer.

Dietary Adaptations

GF: Use gluten-free gnocchi.

DF: Sub plant-based ricotta and parmesan cheese alternatives.

Sheet pan gnocchi dinner cooked and served in a bowl with toppings.

How To Make

Pre-heat the oven to 425°F. Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces. Combine all seasonings from kosher salt to red pepper flakes. Sprinkle half of the seasoning over the chicken and set aside.
On a LARGE (21×15) sheet pan, add the zucchini, delicata squash, onion, tomatoes, and cauliflower. Spray or drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with remaining seasoning. Roast veggies for 15 minutes. Remove the pan from the oven, add gnocchi, and toss everything well. Top with dollops of ricotta, half of the parmesan cheese (reserving some for the top), and basil paste, and return to the oven for 10 more minutes.
Add chicken to the pan, spreading it out well, spray with a light mist of olive oil, and roast for 8 more minutes. Carefully mix in the marinara and arugula, then top with the remaining parmesan cheese and broil for 3 more minutes for a little more color, making sure the chicken is cooked through.
Enjoy a big bowl by itself! Or serve with an extra dollop of ricotta, some parmesan on top, or additional marinara. We also love this drizzled with hot honey! (Just track that yourself.)

Helpful Tips

Use a large sheet pan: Overcrowding will steam everything instead of roasting. Use a 21×15 pan or two small pans for the best results.
Don’t skip tossing the gnocchi halfway: This helps it crisp up evenly instead of sticking or staying soft.
Cut veggies evenly: Similar-sized pieces ensure everything cooks at the same rate.
Add chicken later: This prevents it from overcooking and drying out while the veggies roast.
Broil at the end for texture: Just a few minutes adds color and helps the cheese get slightly golden and bubbly.
Customize it: Swap in broccoli, bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach depending on what you have.

Sheet pan gnocchi dinner in a bowl with gold fork digging into it.

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