Description
Chicken Gnocchi Soup is a comforting dish that envelops you in warmth with every spoonful. This creamy, hearty soup combines tender chicken, fluffy gnocchi, and fresh vegetables simmered in a rich broth. Perfect for chilly evenings, it can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it an excellent choice for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 16 oz store-bought gnocchi
- 2 cups fresh spinach
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, sautéing until cooked through (6-8 minutes per side). Remove from heat and shred.
- Sauté veggies: In the same pot, add more olive oil if needed. Sauté carrots, celery, and garlic for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Combine ingredients: Pour in vegetable broth, scraping any browned bits from the pot. Bring to a simmer and add the shredded chicken and gnocchi.
- Add cream: Stir in heavy cream once gnocchi floats to the top; simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Final touches: Add spinach and stir until wilted (about 1 minute). Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls and enjoy with crusty bread or crackers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 930mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Substitute chicken with turkey or use mushrooms for a vegetarian option. Spice it up with red pepper flakes or toss in kale for added nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.