Chicken Gnocchi Soup
A warm and comforting soup made with tender chicken, soft potato gnocchi, and wholesome vegetables, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast, cooked and shredded Use freshly cooked chicken or leftover rotisserie chicken.
- 1 package (16 oz) potato gnocchi Store-bought gnocchi is convenient, but homemade can enhance the texture.
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 cup onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth Can substitute with vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
- 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with milk or non-dairy alternative for a lighter option.
- 2 cups spinach Can replace with other greens like kale or Swiss chard.
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat and add diced onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and continue cooking for 1 more minute.
Cooking
- Pour in the chicken broth and raise the heat to bring it to a boil.
- Gently add the potato gnocchi and cook according to package instructions until they float to the surface.
- Add shredded chicken and heavy cream, stirring to combine.
- Fold in fresh spinach and Italian seasoning, allowing to simmer for a few minutes until spinach wilts.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
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Notes
Garnish with fresh parsley or grated Parmesan cheese. Serve hot with crusty bread or a side salad. Consider adding a dollop of pesto for extra flavor.