Creamy and hearty Chicken Gnocchi Soup

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Creamy and hearty Chicken Gnocchi Soup
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on April 09, 2024

This Chicken Gnocchi Soup is the ultimate comfort food that warms you up on a cold day. It is a creamy and hearty soup filled with tender chicken, soft pillows of gnocchi, vegetables, and flavorful herbs. Perfect for a cozy dinner at home!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into small pieces
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 lb store-bought gnocchi
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides.
  2. Add diced onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add gnocchi and dried thyme. Simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Stir in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes.
  5. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
  6. Enjoy your delicious homemade Chicken Gnocchi Soup!

Interesting Facts

  • Gnocchi are Italian pasta dumplings made with potatoes, flour, and eggs.
  • Chicken Gnocchi Soup is a popular dish at Italian-American restaurants.
  • This soup can easily be made in a slow cooker for a hands-off approach to cooking.