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Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup

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Creamy chicken gnocchi soup is a cozy, one-pot meal loaded with tender chicken, soft gnocchi, hearty vegetables, and fresh spinach, all simmered in a rich, savory cream-based broth. It’s a comforting and satisfying dish perfect for family dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 lb potato gnocchi
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese for topping

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion, celery, and carrots; cook for 5–6 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Add shredded chicken and dried thyme; simmer for 5 minutes to blend flavors.
  6. Stir in gnocchi and cook according to package instructions (usually 2–3 minutes or until they float).
  7. Reduce heat to low, stir in heavy cream and fresh spinach.
  8. Simmer for 3–4 more minutes until spinach wilts and soup thickens slightly.
  9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Serve hot with optional grated Parmesan on top.

Notes

Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter version.Swap spinach for kale or Swiss chard if desired.Add mushrooms or corn for extra texture.Make it vegetarian by omitting chicken and using vegetable broth.Soup may thicken upon standing—add broth when reheating if needed.

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