Description
A heartwarming chicken and gnocchi soup that combines tender chicken, fluffy gnocchi, and fresh vegetables in a creamy broth, perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, diced carrots, and celery, sautéing until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and Italian seasoning, allowing the fragrant aroma to fill the kitchen for about another minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth, bringing it to a rolling boil.
- Introduce the gnocchi and cook according to the package instructions until tender.
- Gently fold in the shredded chicken, fresh spinach, and creamy heavy cream until everything is combined.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Allow the soup to simmer for another 5 minutes until heated through and slightly thickened.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional spinach or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For a lighter version, consider using half-and-half or coconut milk. This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg