30-Minute Homemade Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe
A comforting and creamy 30-minute chicken gnocchi soup made with tender shredded chicken, soft potato gnocchi, fresh spinach, and aromatic herbs in a flavorful chicken broth base. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Sauté Base
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
- 2 stalks celery, chopped finely
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Soup
- 32 oz chicken broth
- 2 cups leftover rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 2 tsp fresh thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 16 oz refrigerated potato gnocchi
- 5 oz baby spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauté Base: Heat a large Dutch oven or pot over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil, then add the chopped onion, shredded carrots, finely chopped celery, and minced garlic. Sauté the vegetables until they are softened and fragrant, about 5-6 minutes. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste to build a flavorful base.
- Simmer the Soup: Pour in the chicken broth, then add the shredded rotisserie chicken, fresh thyme, red pepper flakes, and dried oregano. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Allow the soup to simmer gently for 10 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
- Finish with Gnocchi and Spinach: Add the refrigerated potato gnocchi, baby spinach, and heavy cream to the pot. Continue cooking for about 3 minutes, or until the gnocchi float to the surface indicating they are cooked through, and the spinach has wilted. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt if needed before serving.
Notes
- Use leftover rotisserie chicken or any cooked chicken to save time.
- Refrigerated potato gnocchi cooks quickly; avoid overcooking to maintain texture.
- If you prefer a thicker soup, let it simmer a few minutes longer after adding cream.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk or a plant-based alternative.
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes for desired spiciness.
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