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Easy One-Pot Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup

Close-up of a hearty bowl of creamy chicken gnocchi soup, featuring plump gnocchi, shredded chicken, and wilted spinach.
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Make this comforting, homemade chicken gnocchi soup that tastes like your favorite restaurant version. This easy, one-pot recipe is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 (16-ounce) package potato gnocchi
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
  2. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook until the vegetables soften, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and water. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the pot. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream, gnocchi, and butter. Increase the heat slightly and cook, stirring occasionally, until the gnocchi float to the top and are tender, about 3 to 5 minutes. Do not boil rapidly once cream is added.
  7. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the broth thickens slightly.
  8. Stir in the fresh spinach until it wilts into the soup. Taste and add more salt or pepper if needed.
  9. Serve the creamy gnocchi soup hot with extra Parmesan cheese on top.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can use rotisserie chicken instead of raw chicken; add it during step 4 after the broth is simmering.
  • If you prefer a thicker soup, you can whisk 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water and stir it in during step 6 before adding the gnocchi.
  • This recipe freezes well if you omit the spinach before freezing. Add fresh spinach when reheating.

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