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Homemade Chicken Gnocchi Soup

Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe

Author: Olivia Ross
This Chicken Gnocchi Soup is rich, creamy, and loaded with soft potato gnocchi, tender chicken, fresh spinach, and vegetables. Inspired by Olive Garden's beloved classic, it’s a cozy, comforting bowl of goodness you can make in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 5 servings
Calories 507 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tablespoon butter
  • 2 cups half-and-half
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 small yellow onion diced
  • 1 stick celery diced
  • ½ cup carrots julienned or diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup fresh spinach roughly chopped
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts or 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
  • 16 oz potato gnocchi
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon mustard powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes optional

Instructions
 

  • Start with the flavor base
    In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the diced onions, celery, and carrots. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for one more minute.
  • Build the roux
    Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables. Stir well and cook for 2 minutes, letting it turn a light golden color.
  • Add liquids slowly
    Pour in the chicken broth and half-and-half in small splashes, stirring continuously to keep the mixture smooth.
  • Season and simmer
    Add thyme, mustard powder, and season with salt and pepper. Gently place in the raw chicken breasts. Bring to a low boil and simmer for 10–15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
  • Finish the chicken
    Remove the chicken from the pot, let rest for 5 minutes, then dice or shred it. Return it to the soup.
  • Cook the gnocchi
    Add the gnocchi and simmer according to package instructions, around 5 minutes. Stir occasionally.
  • Final touch
    Stir in the spinach and red pepper flakes. Simmer until the spinach wilts, about 1 minute. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie or leftover chicken for convenience.
  • Simmer gently to avoid drying out the chicken.
  • Add broth and cream slowly for a silky texture.
  • Soup thickens as it cools – give it a few extra minutes if needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 507kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 28gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 118mgSodium: 1236mgPotassium: 739mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 3384IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 159mgIron: 5mg
Keyword Chicken Gnocchi Soup
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