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Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe

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This creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup is a hearty and comforting dish featuring tender chicken, soft gnocchi, and fresh spinach in a flavorful broth enriched with half and half and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for a cozy weeknight meal, it combines easy stovetop cooking with fresh ingredients for a satisfying bowl of soup.

Ingredients

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Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 2 carrots, cut into thin 1-inch long sticks
  • 2 ribs of celery, chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Seasonings and Broth

  • 1 tsp. dried thyme
  • ½ tsp. salt, plus more to taste
  • ½ tsp. pepper, plus more to taste
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken stock or broth

Proteins and Dairy

  • 1 lb. raw boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into ½-inch pieces
  • 2 cups half and half
  • ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Main Starch and Greens

  • 1 lb. fresh, frozen, or shelf-stable gnocchi (thawed if frozen)
  • 4 cups baby spinach leaves

Instructions

  1. Prepare the vegetables: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the carrots, celery, and onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  2. Add aromatics and seasonings: Stir in the minced garlic, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook while stirring for 30 seconds to release the flavors.
  3. Add broth and chicken: Pour in the chicken stock or broth and add the cut chicken pieces. Increase heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally. Cover the pot between stirs to heat quickly.
  4. Cook gnocchi and chicken: Add the gnocchi to the boiling soup. Return the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until the gnocchi float to the surface and the chicken is cooked through.
  5. Finish with dairy and greens: Stir in the half and half and baby spinach leaves. Continue cooking and stirring until the spinach wilts, about 1 to 2 minutes. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish each serving with shredded Parmesan cheese. Serve hot for a comforting meal.

Notes

  • For a thicker soup, you can add a tablespoon of flour to the vegetables when sautéing.
  • If using frozen gnocchi, make sure to thaw before adding to the soup for even cooking.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Gnocchi cooks quickly, so avoid overcooking to prevent mushiness.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like mushrooms or peas for variation.

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