The Ultimate Crispy Garlic Parmesan Air Fryer Gnocchi (Ready in 15 Minutes)
Make shelf-stable or refrigerated gnocchi crispy in the air fryer. This recipe delivers a golden, crunchy exterior and a soft, fluffy interior, seasoned simply with garlic and Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 12 min
- Total Time: 17 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (16 ounce) package shelf-stable or refrigerated gnocchi
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Place the gnocchi in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd; work in batches if necessary.
- Drizzle the gnocchi with olive oil and toss gently to coat.
- Sprinkle the garlic powder, salt, and pepper over the gnocchi.
- Air fry at 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius) for 10 to 12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time. The gnocchi should look golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the basket from the air fryer. Immediately sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the hot gnocchi and toss to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately as a snack, side dish, or salad topper.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, ensure the gnocchi are completely dry before tossing with oil.
- You can use frozen gnocchi, but increase the cook time by 2 to 4 minutes.
- Pair this crispy air fryer gnocchi with marinara sauce or pesto for dipping.
- This recipe works well with cauliflower or sweet potato gnocchi variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4 package)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 42
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 10
- Cholesterol: 8