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Best Chicken Gnocchi Soup

This comforting and flavorful Chicken Gnocchi Soup recipe addresses common pitfalls to deliver a consistently delicious result. It focuses on layering flavors, achieving the right broth-to-cream ratio, and perfectly cooking the gnocchi for a creamy, not gummy, texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine optional
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 pound cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • cutting board
  • Chef's knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Measuring cups
  • Ladle
  • wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion, carrots, and celery and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. If using white wine, pour it into the pot and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom. Let the wine reduce slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth, add the thyme, rosemary, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring to a simmer.
  6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  7. Stir in the shredded chicken and gnocchi. Cook until the gnocchi are tender and float to the surface, about 3-5 minutes. Be careful not to overcook the gnocchi.
  8. Stir in the spinach and heavy cream. Cook until the spinach is wilted and the soup is heated through, about 1-2 minutes.
  9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For added depth, use rotisserie chicken. Be careful not to overcook the gnocchi.