Description

This Chicken Gnocchi Soup is a rich, creamy, and comforting one-pot meal featuring tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and fresh vegetables in a flavorful broth. A homemade version of the restaurant favorite, this soup is perfect for cozy weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

For the Soup Base:

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, diced
2 medium carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried parsley
Salt and black pepper, to taste
3 cups chicken broth

For the Creamy Broth:

2 cups heavy cream
2 cups whole milk

For the Finishing Touches:

1 (16 oz) package potato gnocchi
2 cups fresh spinach (or frozen, thawed, and drained)
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional for garnish)

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Instructions

1. Cook the Chicken

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook for 7-8 minutes per side, until browned and fully cooked.
Remove chicken from the pot and let cool slightly before shredding with two forks.

2. Sauté the Vegetables

In the same pot, add onion and garlic, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Add carrots, celery, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3. Simmer the Broth

Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, and whole milk.
Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.

4. Cook the Gnocchi

Stir in the potato gnocchi.
Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until gnocchi floats to the top.

5. Finish the Soup

Return shredded chicken to the pot and stir in fresh spinach.
Let the soup cook for 2-3 minutes, until the spinach is wilted.

6. Serve & Garnish

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

For extra thickness, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water and stir into the soup.
Dairy-Free Version: Use coconut milk or almond milk instead of heavy cream and whole milk.
Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free gnocchi.
Rotisserie Chicken Shortcut: Use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken to save time.
Add extra veggies like mushrooms, zucchini, or peas for extra nutrition.