Delicious and comforting soup filled with tender chicken, fluffy gnocchi, fresh vegetables, and savory broth.

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Delicious and comforting soup filled with tender chicken, fluffy gnocchi, fresh vegetables, and savory broth.
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on March 28, 2024

This restaurant-style chicken and gnocchi soup is a crowd-pleaser and perfect for a cozy night in. With a creamy base, hearty ingredients, and a touch of herbs, it's a comforting bowl of goodness that will warm you up during chilly nights.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 3 stalks celery, sliced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 package (16 ounces) potato gnocchi
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • Grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish

Directions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook for another 5 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  3. Stir in chicken broth, water, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Add heavy cream and gnocchi to the pot. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until gnocchi is tender.
  5. Stir in spinach and cook for another 2 minutes until wilted.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.
  7. Enjoy your delicious restaurant-style chicken and gnocchi soup!

Interesting Facts

  • Gnocchi is a type of Italian pasta made with potato, flour, and egg.
  • Chicken soup has been known for its healing properties for centuries.
  • Adding spinach to the soup boosts its nutritional value with vitamins and minerals.