Chicken Gnocchi Soup
Chicken Gnocchi Soup is a comforting bowl of creamy goodness that warms the soul. With tender chicken, fluffy gnocchi, and a medley of fresh vegetables simmered in a rich broth, this soup is perfect for cozy family gatherings or weeknight dinners. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, it’s sure to become a beloved staple in your recipe collection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 16 oz potato gnocchi
Instructions
- Sauté aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and add diced onions with minced garlic. Sauté until onions are translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Add vegetables: Stir in chopped carrots and celery; cook for another 5 minutes until softened.
- Cook the chicken: Add chicken breasts and pour in chicken broth to submerge. Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme; bring to a boil then simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Shred the chicken: Remove chicken from pot and shred using two forks; return shredded chicken to the soup.
- Incorporate gnocchi: Stir in gnocchi and cook according to package instructions until they float.
- Finish with cream: Stir in heavy cream and add leafy greens just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg