Chicken and Gnocchi Soup
Indulge in the warmth of Chicken and Gnocchi Soup, a delightful blend of tender chicken, fluffy gnocchi, and colorful vegetables enveloped in a creamy broth. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or chilly evenings, ready in under an hour. Customize it with your favorite ingredients for a comforting meal that satisfies every craving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 lb)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 2 medium carrots (diced)
- 2 stalks celery (chopped)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 12 oz potato gnocchi
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Drizzle with olive oil, season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, and sear for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté chopped onions, garlic, carrots, and celery for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Pour in the chicken broth while scraping any bits from the bottom of the pot. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Return the seared chicken to the pot along with fresh spinach. Simmer for about 10 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Stir in the gnocchi and cook for an additional 3 minutes until they float to the surface.
- Finally, add heavy cream and stir gently to combine. Adjust seasoning as necessary before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 2 cups)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg