Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Chicken and Gnocchi Soup, a one-pot dish that brings together tender chicken, fluffy gnocchi, and fresh vegetables in a creamy broth. This delightful recipe is perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings, evoking cherished memories of shared meals and laughter. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you’ll have a satisfying bowl of soup ready to enjoy in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 16 oz store-bought gnocchi
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Chop garlic, carrots, and celery; set aside.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant (about 3 minutes).
- Add diced chicken; cook until golden on all sides (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in carrots and celery; cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth with Italian seasoning; simmer gently.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in cream and gnocchi; simmer until gnocchi are tender (5-7 minutes).
- Add spinach or kale; stir until wilted. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg