Chicken Gnocchi Soup
A comforting and hearty Chicken Gnocchi Soup that comes together in about 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 pound cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 (16-ounce) package of gnocchi
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the vegetables: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables soften.
- Add garlic and spices: Stir in the minced garlic and Italian seasoning. Cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth: Add the chicken broth to the pot, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Add chicken and gnocchi: Stir in the shredded chicken and gnocchi. Cook according to the gnocchi package instructions, usually about 3-5 minutes, until they’re tender and floating.
- Incorporate cream and spinach: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and spinach. Allow the spinach to wilt, about 2 minutes.
- Season and serve: Taste the soup and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
For best flavor and texture, use fresh spinach and avoid overcooking the gnocchi.