I absolutely adore this chicken gnocchi soup! My first encounter with it was at Olive Garden. The moment I tasted it, I knew I had to recreate the experience at home for everyone to savor. Not only is it incredibly delicious, but making a whole pot at home serves six people, all for the cost of a single bowl at the restaurant. Who doesn’t appreciate saving a few bucks while enjoying a hearty meal?
This soup embodies warmth and comfort, making it an ideal choice for a chilly winter evening. It’s hearty and satisfying, packed with an array of fresh vegetables and tender, juicy chicken, helping to bolster everyone’s immune system during cold and flu season. Each bowl of this chicken gnocchi soup is a vibrant blend of essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, forming a tasty shield against viruses.
What is Gnocchi?
So, what exactly is gnocchi? Gnocchi is a classified as an Italian pasta. Unlike traditional pasta, it is uniquely made of potato, ricotta, flour and egg. These delightful little potato dumplings are a wonderful addition to soups such as this recipe for chicken gnocchi soup. Beef and Gnocchi Soup is another delicious soup featuring gnocchi. Additionally, gnocchi can be served as a side dish dressed with a variety of sauces, making it a versatile addition to any meal.
Gnocchi can be purchased as a shelf stable product, frozen, or prepared homemade. As always, nothing beats the fresh flavor and texture of homemade gnocchi. To take on creating a masterpiece for this chicken gnocchi soup recipe, consider adding these homemade gnocchi. Potato Gnocchi Recipe: How to Make It
Chicken Gnocchi Soup Preparation, Servings, and Storage
Now, let’s talk about the soup preparation! This recipe is incredibly simple, requiring less than an hour to prepare. One of the best parts is that you only need a stock pot and a sheet pan, which means fewer dishes to wash afterward. An entire pot of this chicken gnocchi soup generously serves six hearty bowls.
If you happen to have leftovers, simply store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator, where they will stay fresh for up to four days. When you’re ready to enjoy more, just reheat it in a covered, microwave-safe bowl for about three minutes.
If you’re interested in exploring other comforting soups to enjoy throughout the winter season, be sure to check out these fantastic recipes!
Chicken Gnocchi Soup
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Chicken breast
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 3 Carrots, diced
- 2 stalks Celery, diced
- 1 cup Yellow onion, diced
- 1 tsp Thyme, dried
- 1 tsp Oregano, dried
- 1 tsp Sea salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 5 cups Chicken broth
- 1 16oz Gnocchi
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 1½ cups Baby spinach
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375℉.
- Bake the chicken breasts for 20 minutes or until the internal temperature is 165℉.
- Remove from the oven, cover, and allow to cool slightly.
- Heat butter in the dutch oven. Add the carrots, celery, and onions. Sauté until tender.
- Add the chicken broth, thyme, oregano, salt and pepper.
- Simmer for 15 minutes. While the soup is simmering, cut the chicken into small cubes and add to the soup.
- Take the gnocchi out of the package and seperate them so they do not stick together in the soup. Drop the into the soup and stir. Allow to continue to simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add the heavy cream and spinach to the dutch oven.
- Remove from the heat and stir to combine.
- Serve immediately.
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