Name: Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup is a comforting delight.
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: ¼ cup butter; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 1 large zucchini, diced; 2 stalks celery, diced; 1 yellow onion, diced; ½ red bell pepper, diced; 2 carrots, shredded; 4 cloves garlic, minced; ¼ cup all-purpose flour; 3 cups chicken broth; 1 cup half-and-half; 1 pint fat-free half-and-half; 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken meat; 1 (16 ounce) package small gnocchi; 2 cups torn fresh spinach; ½ teaspoon ground thyme; ¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; Salt and ground black pepper to taste

Description

Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, fluffy gnocchi, and fresh vegetables in a rich, creamy broth, perfect for chilly weather.

Ingredients

Scale

¼ cup butter
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 large zucchini, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
1 yellow onion, diced
½ red bell pepper, diced
2 carrots, shredded
4 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup all-purpose flour
3 cups chicken broth
1 cup half-and-half
1 pint fat-free half-and-half
2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken meat
1 (16 ounce) package small gnocchi
2 cups torn fresh spinach
½ teaspoon ground thyme
¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Salt and ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

Begin by melting the butter and olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced zucchini, celery, onion, red bell pepper, and shredded carrots. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed vegetables and stir well, cooking for another 2 minutes.
Pour in the chicken broth gradually, whisking to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Add the half-and-half and fat-free half-and-half, stirring gently to heat through.
Stir in the shredded rotisserie chicken, small gnocchi, torn spinach, ground thyme, grated nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 5-7 minutes until the gnocchi float to the top.
Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly cracked black pepper or fresh herbs before serving.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
Rotisserie chicken saves time and adds flavor.
Gnocchi cooks quickly; do not overcook.
Consider leaving out gnocchi if freezing the soup.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 350
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup, Comfort Food, Soup Recipe