Description
This creamy chicken gnocchi soup is a comforting and hearty meal perfect for any day of the week. Packed with tender chicken, tender gnocchi, fresh spinach, and a creamy broth, it’s simple to prepare and full of rich flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, this soup makes a satisfying lunch or dinner that the whole family will enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
Sauté Base
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small white onion, diced
- 1 stalk celery, chopped
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 16 oz package potato gnocchi
Finishing Ingredients
- 2 cups half-and-half (or 1 cup half-and-half + 1 cup heavy cream)
- 1½ cups fresh spinach, chopped
Instructions
- Heat the aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion, chopped celery, shredded carrots, and minced garlic. Sauté the mixture for 3 to 4 minutes until the vegetables soften and become fragrant.
- Add chicken and broth: Add the cooked chicken breast, low-sodium chicken broth, dried thyme, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Increase the heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Cook the gnocchi: Stir in the potato gnocchi and cook until they float to the surface, which usually takes about 4 to 5 minutes, indicating they are fully cooked.
- Add cream and spinach: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the half-and-half (or half-and-half plus heavy cream mixture) along with the chopped fresh spinach. Let the soup simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the spinach to wilt.
- Final seasoning and serve: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve the soup hot for a creamy, comforting meal.
Notes
- For a richer soup, use a mix of half-and-half and heavy cream as suggested.
- Gnocchi can be store-bought or homemade depending on preference.
- Make sure to cook the gnocchi until they float, which ensures they are fully cooked.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to better control the salt content of the soup.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently to preserve creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Creamy chicken gnocchi soup, chicken soup, gnocchi soup, easy weeknight soup, comfort food, creamy soup
