Description

If you’re craving comfort in a bowl, this creamy Gnocchi Soup is the perfect recipe to cozy up with. It’s packed with soft potato gnocchi, tender shredded chicken, and fresh spinach in a velvety, herb-infused broth that feels indulgent but comes together quickly. Perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends, this one-pot wonder checks all the boxes — it’s a quick dinner, hearty lunch, and makes amazing leftovers. Whether you’re looking for easy dinner ideas, healthy comfort food, or a delicious food idea to impress guests, this easy recipe is sure to be a favorite in your meal rotation.

Ingredients

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2 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons butter

1 yellow onion, diced

1 cup carrots, sliced

1 cup celery, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

4 cups chicken broth

2 cups cooked shredded chicken

1 pound potato gnocchi

1 cup heavy cream

2 cups fresh spinach

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

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Instructions

1. Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5–6 minutes until softened.

2. Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

3. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir constantly for 1–2 minutes to form a roux.

4. Slowly pour in chicken broth while stirring to prevent lumps. Bring to a gentle simmer.

5. Add shredded chicken and gnocchi. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until gnocchi floats and is tender.

6. Reduce heat to low. Stir in heavy cream, spinach, thyme, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer 2–3 minutes until spinach wilts.

7. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot with freshly cracked pepper and optional garnishes like parsley or Parmesan.

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken to save time and boost flavor.

If making ahead to freeze, do not add the cream and spinach until reheating.

Adjust thickness by adding extra broth or a splash of milk when reheating.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 380
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 23g
Cholesterol: 85mg