Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup – Easy & Cozy Dinner Recipe

Introduction

This Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup is the ultimate cozy comfort food!  Tender chicken, pillowy potato gnocchi, fresh spinach, carrots, celery, and garlic come together in a rich, creamy, perfectly seasoned broth.

It’s easy enough for a weeknight dinner and hearty enough to make a satisfying meal for the whole family. Serve it with warm crusty bread for the perfect cold-weather dinner!

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 small yellow onion, chopped
• 2 celery ribs, chopped
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups half-and-half
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped
• 2½ cups cooked chicken, diced into bite-size pieces
• 16 ounces potato gnocchi
• 3 cups fresh baby spinach, long stems trimmed
• Red pepper flakes, optional
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Sauté the Vegetables

Melt the butter in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, celery, and carrots. Cook for 7–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.

Reduce the heat to low, add the minced garlic, and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.

2. Make the Creamy Broth

Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring continuously.

Slowly add the half-and-half and chicken broth, alternating between the two and stirring constantly to prevent lumps.

3. Simmer

Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the broth has thickened slightly.

4. Add Chicken and Gnocchi

Stir in the fresh thyme, cooked chicken, and potato gnocchi. Simmer for approximately 5 minutes, or until the gnocchi are tender.

5. Add Spinach

Stir in the fresh baby spinach and red pepper flakes, if using. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Continue simmering for another minute or two, until the spinach is wilted.

6. Serve

Ladle the creamy chicken gnocchi soup into bowls and serve hot with crusty bread, garlic bread, or your favorite side.

Conclusion

This Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup is rich, comforting, and packed with delicious ingredients in every spoonful.  The tender chicken and pillowy gnocchi make it hearty, while the creamy broth and fresh vegetables add incredible flavor.

It’s the perfect easy comfort food for busy weeknights, chilly evenings, or a cozy family dinner. Make a big pot and enjoy a bowl of pure comfort!