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Easy Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe

Easy Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe

Creamy, cozy chicken gnocchi soup loaded with tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and fresh spinach. It comes together fast for a comforting weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1.25 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 0.75 cup diced celery
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 2.5 tbsp all-purpose flour for thickening
  • 6 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 0.5 tsp dried thyme
  • 0.75 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional heat
  • 1 tsp kosher salt plus more to taste
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 3 cup cooked shredded chicken rotisserie works great
  • 16 oz potato gnocchi
  • 1.25 cup half-and-half room temperature if possible
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese plus more for serving
  • 4 cup baby spinach loosely packed
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice optional, for brightness

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Chop the onion, carrots, and celery. Shred or dice the cooked chicken.
  • Warm the olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened, about 5–6 minutes.
  • Stir in garlic, thyme, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Sprinkle in the flour and cook, stirring, for 1 minute to remove raw taste.
  • Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Add chicken, salt, and pepper. Simmer 3–4 minutes to warm through.
  • Stir in gnocchi and cook until they float and turn tender, 3–4 minutes.
  • Lower heat. Add half-and-half and Parmesan. Stir gently until slightly thickened, 2–3 minutes. Do not boil.
  • Fold in spinach to wilt. Adjust salt and pepper; add lemon juice if using.
  • Finish with parsley and ladle into bowls. Serve hot with extra Parmesan.

Notes

Try swapping half the spinach with chopped kale for a heartier bite, or stir in cooked bacon for a smoky twist. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days; rewarm gently and add a splash of broth or milk to loosen if needed.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.