Description
Chicken Gnocchi Soup is a heartwarming dish brimming with tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a rich, creamy broth. This comforting soup is packed with fresh vegetables and herbs, making it an ideal choice for cozy evenings or special gatherings. Quick to prepare in about 40 minutes, it guarantees satisfaction in every bowl and will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 16 oz store-bought gnocchi
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté chopped onions, carrots, and celery in olive oil until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add the chicken breasts seasoned with salt, pepper, and thyme; brown on both sides (about 5 minutes each).
- Stir in minced garlic for another 30 seconds before adding the chicken broth; scrape up any bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Bring to a gentle boil; reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken to shred it using two forks; return shredded chicken to the pot along with gnocchi.
- Cook gnocchi according to package instructions until they float (approximately 2 minutes).
- Stir in heavy cream and spinach until heated through (about 3 minutes). Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider incorporating fresh herbs like basil or parsley.- Swap out chicken for turkey or add mushrooms for an earthy twist.- Adjust seasonings based on personal preferences.