Description

A hearty and comforting Italian Chicken Gnocchi Soup recipe featuring tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, spinach, and a creamy, herb-infused broth. Perfect for a cozy weeknight meal or a satisfying lunch.

Ingredients

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2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
2 celery stalks, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 ½ cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken recommended)
1 (5-ounce) package fresh spinach
1 (16-ounce) package potato gnocchi
½ cup heavy cream or half-and-half
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

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Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 8-10 minutes.
2. Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, thyme, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for at least 15 minutes.
4. Add cooked shredded chicken and stir.
5. Bring soup to a gentle simmer. Add spinach and stir until wilted.
6. Stir in gnocchi and cook according to package directions (usually 2-4 minutes, until they float).
7. Reduce heat to low. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Cook gently until heated through and cheese is melted. Do not boil.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.

Notes

Store cooled soup in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop over low-medium heat. For freezing, cool completely, portion into freezer-safe containers, and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1.5 cups
Calories: 450
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 750mg
Fat: 25g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 28g