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A close-up of a hearty bowl of Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup, filled with tender chicken, soft gnocchi, and wilted spinach.

Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup


  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 45 min
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A comforting one-pot meal with tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a creamy broth.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 6 carrots, chopped
  • 4 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 24 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon paprika or smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves (or 2 teaspoons dried)
  • 1 pinch chili flakes
  • 1 pinch each kosher salt and black pepper
  • 46 cups low sodium vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
  • 46 cups baby spinach
  • 1 1/2 cups canned coconut milk, heavy cream, or whole milk
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan
  • 1 pound fresh potato gnocchi

Instructions

  1. In a large soup pot set over medium heat, combine the olive oil and onion. Cook 5 minutes, until fragrant. Add the carrots and celery. Cook another 3 minutes.
  2. Stir in the butter and flour, cook 1 minute. Add the chicken, garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, thyme, and a pinch each of chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat in spices. Add 4 cups broth. Simmer over medium heat for 20 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through.
  3. Pull the chicken out and shred using 2 forks. Add back to the soup.
  4. Stir in the spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, cream/milk, parmesan, and gnocchi. Cook until warmed throughout, about 5 minutes. If the soup is too thick, add additional broth.
  5. Serve the soup topped with parmesan. Enjoy warm, preferably with a crusty piece of bread.

Notes

  • Use fresh gnocchi for the best texture.
  • Adjust broth quantity to reach your preferred consistency.
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 30 min
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg

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