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Creamy Gnocchi Chicken Soup Recipe

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This creamy gnocchi chicken soup is a comforting and hearty dish perfect for chilly days. Featuring tender chicken, soft gnocchi, and a rich, creamy broth infused with aromatic herbs and spices, this soup is both satisfying and flavorful. The easy stovetop method brings all the ingredients together in a single pot, making it a perfect weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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Soup Base

  • 1 Tablespoon Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 large Onion (diced)
  • 6 large Carrots (peeled and sliced)
  • 2 Celery Ribs (chopped)

Chicken and Broth

  • 4 cups Chicken Broth
  • 1 1/2 lbs. Chicken Breast or Thighs
  • 1–2 teaspoons Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 2 teaspoons Dried Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Tarragon or Rosemary (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Red Pepper Flakes

Main Additions

  • 16 ounces Gnocchi
  • 2 cups Half-n-Half or Heavy Cream
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese

Instructions

  1. Sauté Vegetables: Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the olive oil. Stir in diced onions, sliced carrots, and chopped celery. Cook the vegetables for 10-15 minutes until they begin to soften and release their aroma.
  2. Add Broth and Chicken: Pour in the chicken broth and add the chicken breasts or thighs. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, dried thyme, dried tarragon or rosemary (if using), and dried red pepper flakes. Cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  3. Shred Chicken: Remove the cooked chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot and stir to combine with the broth and vegetables.
  4. Cook Gnocchi and Finish Soup: Add the gnocchi to the pot and cook for about 3 minutes until they float and are tender. Stir in the half-n-half or heavy cream along with the Parmesan cheese. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For a thicker soup, you can reduce the amount of broth or add a slurry of cornstarch and water towards the end of cooking.
  • Using chicken thighs will give a richer flavor, but chicken breast works well for a leaner option.
  • If you prefer a spicier soup, increase the amount of dried red pepper flakes.
  • Gnocchi cook quickly; keep an eye on them to prevent overcooking and becoming mushy.
  • Substitute Parmesan with Pecorino Romano or other hard cheeses for different flavor profiles.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and reheated gently to avoid curdling the cream.

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