Description
Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup is the ultimate comfort food that warms both body and soul. This hearty dish combines tender chicken, fluffy gnocchi, and vibrant vegetables in a luscious, creamy broth. Perfect for cozy gatherings or chilly nights, each spoonful feels like a warm hug. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you can impress friends and family with this delightful recipe that’s sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cubed)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 cup carrots (diced)
- 1 cup celery stalks (diced)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups store-bought gnocchi
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear until golden brown for about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove from pot.
- In the same pot, sauté garlic, carrots, and celery until softened (approximately 5 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Gradually stir in heavy cream.
- Add gnocchi along with thyme and Italian seasoning; cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until gnocchi float.
- Stir in spinach just before serving; season to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg