Description
This comforting soup features tender chicken, soft gnocchi, and fresh spinach in a creamy broth with aromatic herbs.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium carrots, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried basil
6 cups chicken broth
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
2 cups fresh spinach
1 cup heavy cream
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
Instructions
1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
2. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
3. Stir in the dried thyme and basil, then pour in the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil.
4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer, then add the shredded chicken and gnocchi. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes until the gnocchi float to the surface and are tender.
5. Mix in the fresh spinach and heavy cream, cooking for an additional 2 to 3 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
6. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
Use leftover rotisserie chicken to save time.
Substitute heavy cream with coconut cream for a dairy-free option.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently over low heat to avoid curdling the cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing, simmering
- Cuisine: American Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg