Description
Indulge in a bowl of comfort with this Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup that is hearty and satisfying. Loaded with tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a creamy broth, this soup is a perfect meal for any day of the week.
Ingredients
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Soup:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Roux:
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Broth:
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Main:
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 package (16 oz) potato gnocchi
- 2 cups half-and-half or whole milk
- 1 cup fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat olive oil. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté until tender.
- Add Seasonings: Stir in thyme, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Create Roux: Sprinkle in flour and cook to form a roux.
- Simmer Broth: Slowly whisk in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Cook Chicken and Gnocchi: Add chicken and gnocchi. Cook until gnocchi float.
- Finish Soup: Stir in half-and-half, spinach. Simmer until creamy.
- Final Touches: Add Parmesan, adjust seasoning, and serve warm.
Notes
- This soup thickens upon standing; add more liquid when reheating.
- Rotisserie chicken is a time-saving option for this recipe.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
