Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup – A Rich, Comforting
Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup is a rich and comforting dish perfect for cozy meals.Tender chicken provides protein and heartiness in every bite.Soft potato gnocchi adds a unique and satisfying texture.Fresh vegetables enhance both flavor and nutrition.The creamy broth makes the soup smooth and indulgent.It is easy to prepare and ideal for family dinners.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 2 cups potato gnocchi
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup carrots (sliced)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon thyme
- ½ teaspoon oregano
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot.Add onion, carrots, and celery.Cook for 5 minutes until soft.
- Add minced garlic.Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Sprinkle flour into the pot.Stir continuously for 2 minutes.
- Slowly pour in chicken broth.Stir until smooth.
- Add cooked chicken and seasonings.Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add gnocchi and cook 3–5 minutes.
- Stir in milk and heavy cream.
- Add spinach and cook 2 minutes.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- Fresh gnocchi cooks faster than packaged gnocchi.
- Rotisserie chicken works well in this recipe.
- Use low-sodium broth for better control of salt.
- Soup thickens as it cools.
- Add broth to thin if needed.
- Fresh spinach tastes best.
- Stir often to prevent sticking.
- Serve immediately for best texture.