Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup

Warm up your chilly Connecticut evenings with this creamy and hearty Chicken Gnocchi Soup. A comforting blend of tender chicken, fluffy gnocchi, and fresh vegetables, this soup promises to bring warmth to your soul. Made with simple ingredients and love, it's a perfect dish for a snowy day.

Ingredients

🧈 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
🍗 4 skinless, boneless chicken thighs, diced small (or 2 chicken breasts)
🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
🧅 1 small onion, diced
🌿 1 cup diced celery
🥕 1 cup diced carrots
🌾 1/4 cup flour
🧂 1/2 tablespoon salt
🌶️ 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
🌿 1 teaspoon thyme
🌱 1 teaspoon dried parsley
🍗 32 oz chicken broth
🥛 1 cup heavy cream
🍝 1 package potato gnocchi
🌿 Fresh spinach, as much as desired

Instructions

1- Melt the Butter:

• In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter.
• Add the diced chicken thighs and cook for about 5 minutes until they are lightly browned and cooked through.

2- Sauté Vegetables:

• Add the minced garlic, diced onion, celery, and carrots to the pot.
• Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

3- Incorporate the Flour:

• Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and stir continuously.
• Ensure that the flour is fully incorporated and begins to cook, about 1 minute.

4- Season and Simmer:

• Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, thyme, and dried parsley.
• Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine.
• Bring the mixture to a full boil.

5- Add Gnocchi and Spinach:

• Once boiling, add the package of potato gnocchi and your desired amount of fresh spinach.
• Stir them into the soup, lower the heat, and let it simmer for about 10 minutes until the gnocchi are tender.

6- Serve:

• Ladle the hot soup into bowls and serve immediately for a heartwarming meal.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4-6 servings
Calories: Approximately 450 calories per serving
Nutrition per Serving: Proteins: 25g, Fats: 28g, Carbohydrates: 30g
Equipment: Large pot, stirring spoon, ladle

Cooking Tips

• Feel free to substitute kale for spinach or add mushrooms for an extra layer of flavor.
• Adjust the seasoning to your taste.

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Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup