Chicken Gnocchi Soup
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp butter
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion
diced
- 1/2 cup celery
chopped
- 2 cloves garlic
minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 quart fat free evaporated milk or half and half
- 1 cup chicken breasts
cooked and diced
- 1/2 cup carrots
shredded
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 cup fresh spinach
coarsely chopped
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 package gnocchi
16oz
Directions
- 1
In a large pot heat butter and oil over medium high heat. Saute onion, celery and garlic until the onion is soft and translucent.
- 2
Add flour, and stir until well mixed. Cook for 1 minute.
- 3
Add evaporated milk or half and half.
- 4
Meanwhile, in another pan cook gnocchi according to the package directions.
- 5
Add carrots and chicken to the soup pot. Stir often, it should start to thicken slightly.
- 6
Add chicken stock, cooked gnocchi, spinach, thyme, salt and pepper. Cover, and heat for 5 minutes, until heated through.
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About this Recipe
Craving the comforting warmth of a creamy chicken gnocchi soup but want a lighter option you can enjoy any day? This homemade Chicken Gnocchi Soup brings the beloved restaurant experience right to your kitchen, offering a delicious and guilt-free meal.
This recipe offers the familiar, creamy flavors of classic chicken gnocchi soup, made more accessible for home cooks. By utilizing fat-free evaporated milk or half and half, you achieve a wonderfully rich texture without excessive heaviness, allowing you to indulge with ease. The thoughtful combination of savory chicken stock and fresh vegetables like carrots and spinach creates a well-rounded and deeply satisfying bowl.
What you can expect is a velvety, comforting soup featuring tender diced chicken and delightful, pillowy gnocchi. The aromatic foundation of diced onion, chopped celery, and minced garlic, subtly enhanced by a hint of dried thyme, creates a wonderfully savory base. Shredded carrots introduce a touch of natural sweetness, while fresh spinach gently wilts into the broth, adding vibrant color and a whisper of green goodness. It’s a truly heartwarming dish, perfect for a cozy evening meal that feels both wholesome and indulgent.
Easily adapt this soup to your preferences. For an even richer soup, opt for half and half instead of fat-free evaporated milk. You can also experiment with adding other quick-cooking vegetables you have on hand, such as diced zucchini or bell peppers, for added variety. While this recipe specifies cooked chicken breast, using leftover rotisserie chicken is a fantastic way to save time and add flavor.
Serve this hearty soup with a crusty piece of bread for dipping, making it a complete and satisfying meal that’s ideal for any weeknight or a relaxed weekend lunch.