Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 medium Carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 6 cups Chicken Broth
- 1 lb Cooked Chicken, shredded (rotisserie chicken works well)
- 1 package (16 oz) Potato Gnocchi
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 2 cups Fresh Spinach (or kale)
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Fresh Parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan Cheese (for serving, optional)
Instructions:
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic, dried thyme, and dried oregano, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add Broth and Chicken: Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add the shredded chicken and let it simmer for about 5 minutes to heat through.
- Cook Gnocchi: Add the potato gnocchi to the pot and cook according to package instructions, usually about 2-3 minutes, until they float to the top.
- Incorporate Cream and Spinach: Stir in the heavy cream and fresh spinach. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted and everything is heated through.
- Season: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve hot.
Summary:
This Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup is a comforting and hearty dish that combines tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and fresh vegetables in a rich, creamy broth. Perfect for chilly days, it’s sure to become a family favorite!
Category:
Soups
Serving Size:
4-6 servings
Estimated Calorie Count:
- Total calories for the entire recipe: approximately 1,800 calories (calories may vary based on specific ingredients used)
- Per serving (1 cup): approximately 300-450 calories (depending on serving size)