Creamy Gnocchi Chicken Soup
A delightful and comforting soup combining tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and fresh vegetables in a creamy broth, perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast Boneless, skinless
- 1 package (16 ounces) gnocchi Store-bought
- 4 cups chicken broth Low sodium is preferable
- 2 cups fresh spinach Washed and roughly chopped
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream For a richer flavor
- to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your fresh ingredients. Dice the onion, carrots, and celery, and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot, pour in a generous amount of olive oil and heat it over medium heat.
Cooking
- Add the diced onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the chicken breast to the pot and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until browned.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, toss in the package of gnocchi and follow package instructions for cooking time.
- After the gnocchi is cooked, stir in the fresh spinach and heavy cream. Allow the spinach to wilt.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper, then gently stir to combine.
- Let the soup simmer for a couple of minutes before serving.
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Notes
For serving, you might come across garnishing with freshly grated Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs. Pairing with crusty bread enhances the experience.