Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup

A comforting and creamy soup featuring tender chicken, soft gnocchi, and hearty vegetables in a rich broth. Perfect for a chilly evening.

By RecipeBoss

Servings

Time Required

45 min

Ingredients

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs

16 oz gnocchi

2 tbsp olive oil

1 medium onion

2 medium carrots

2 medium celery stalks

3 cloves garlic

6 cup low-sodium chicken broth

1 cup heavy cream

5 oz fresh spinach

1 tsp salt

0.5 tsp black pepper

1 tsp dried thyme

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1
Dice the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper.
2
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from the pot and set aside.
5 min
3
Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
5 min
4
Add minced garlic and dried thyme, cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
5
Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Bring to a simmer.
6
Return the browned chicken to the pot. Add the gnocchi. Cook according to gnocchi package directions, typically 3-5 minutes, until they float to the surface.
3 min
7
Stir in the heavy cream and fresh spinach. Cook until spinach is wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
2 min
8
Season with remaining salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

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