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Italian Chicken Gnocchi Soup

Hearty Italian Chicken Gnocchi Soup for Cozy Nights

An Italian Chicken Gnocchi Soup that is quick, easy, and full of comforting flavors, perfect for busy evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil can use canola or avocado oil
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast diced, can substitute with shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion or red onion for a sharper flavor
  • 2 medium Carrots can use freeze-dried carrots
  • 2 stalks Celery or leeks for a more nuanced taste
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced, can use garlic powder if necessary
  • 4 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth or vegetable broth as a vegetarian alternative
  • 1 cup Half-and-Half or Heavy Cream coconut milk for a dairy-free version
  • 1 pound Potato Gnocchi can use homemade or gluten-free options
  • 2 cups Baby Spinach or kale/Swiss chard as alternatives
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Italian Herbs recommend mix of oregano, basil, and thyme
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat a generous splash of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and sauté for about 5-6 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for around 6 minutes until softened and translucent. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Return the cooked chicken to the pot and pour in the chicken broth. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat for about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add the gnocchi and dried herbs to the pot. Stir and let simmer for 3-4 minutes or until gnocchi float.
  5. Lower heat to medium-low and stir in half-and-half and spinach. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until spinach wilts.
  6. Season with salt and black pepper. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs or grated Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 4000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Let the soup rest for a bit before serving; flavors meld beautifully overnight.

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