Description
Chicken and Gnocchi Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly nights. This creamy, savory dish combines tender chicken, fluffy gnocchi, and a medley of fresh vegetables in a flavorful broth. With its nostalgic aromas reminiscent of family gatherings, this soup not only warms your soul but also brings everyone together around the table. Easy to prepare and delightfully satisfying, it’s sure to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tbsp fresh thyme)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 16 oz store-bought gnocchi
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare by chopping all vegetables and gathering ingredients.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté onions, garlic, celery, and carrots in olive oil until softened.
- Add chicken breasts and chicken broth; stir in thyme. Bring to a simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Remove chicken, shred it with forks, then return it to the pot.
- Stir in gnocchi and heavy cream; cook until gnocchi float.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg