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This super simple Creamy Gnocchi Chicken Soup is that bowl of winter comfort we’re all craving most right now. A mix of vegetables simmered with Italian seasonings, chicken, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and potato gnocchi. Finish each bowl off with a nice sprinkling of parmesan, then serve with crusty bread. It’s full of yumminess and great for just about any night of the week. Truly one of those all-in-one dinners that everyone at the table will love.
When it snows all week in December it’s hard not to crave the most comforting foods. For me, that means roasted vegetables, chicken and rice, slow-simmered short ribs, and soup. Lots of soup. My favorite is probably a good broccoli cheddar, but chicken gnocchi soup is high on my list.
I made my very first gnocchi soup recipe two years ago around this time. I’ve made it multiple times since, we love the recipe! It’s a very creamy, white Italian-style gnocchi soup.
So today, I’m sharing a very creamy red version with chicken for protein. This has similar flavors to a really great sun-dried tomato chicken pasta, but in soup!
It’s full of yumminess!
Here are the steps
In a dutch oven or large pot, start out by cooking up that onion, then add the veggies, chicken, herbs, and spices. Cooking the spices before adding in the liquid will help to intensify the flavors.
Once that’s all cooked up, stir in a pat of butter and some flour. I wanted to create a creamy soup, and the butter-flour roux helped to achieve that. In the end, you get a gnocchi soup that’s incredibly creamy. It’s fit for some of the coldest nights of the year.
Next, stir in a little chicken broth and simmer everything together to allow the chicken to cook and the flavors to mend together.
At this point, simply finish the soup with a splash of creamy milk and parmesan cheese. Then add the gnocchi and simmer for a few minutes until the gnocchi is soft.
Easy, EASY. Indulgent, but just right for this time of year, and so delicious.
As with most soups, I always recommend serving with a side of crusty bread for dipping into that creamy broth. Then add a nice side salad for color and you’ll have the perfect easy dinner.
If you’re planning to enjoy this soup leftover, be sure to first remove the gnocchi from the broth before placing in the refrigerator. That way the gnocchi won’t soak up all the broth. Then just add the gnocchi back in before serving.
I think that’s really about it. A simple recipe for these busier short and sweet December days!
Looking for other easy winter night dinners?? Here are my favorites:
Cozy Wild Rice and Orzo Chicken Soup
Creamy French Onion and Mushroom Soup
Slow Cooker Chipotle Chicken Tortilla Soup with Salty Lime Chips
One Pot Chicken and Sage Dumplings
Lastly, if you make this Creamy Gnocchi Chicken Soup, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
Creamy Gnocchi Chicken Soup
Servings: 6
Calories Per Serving: 483 kcal
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 6 carrots, chopped
- 4 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2-4 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning (see note)
- 1 teaspoon paprika or smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves (or 2 teaspoons dried)
- 1 pinch chili flakes
- 1 pinch each kosher salt and black pepper
- 4-6 cups low sodium vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- 4-6 cups baby spinach
- 1 1/2 cups canned coconut milk, heavy cream, or whole milk
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan
- 1 pound fresh potato gnocchi
Instructions
- 1. In a large soup pot set over medium heat, combine the olive oil and onion. Cook 5 minutes, until fragrant. Add the carrots and celery. Cook another 3 minutes.2. Stir in the butter and flour, cook 1 minute. Add the chicken, garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, thyme, and a pinch each of chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat in spices. Add 4 cups broth. Simmer over medium heat for 20 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through. 3. Pull the chicken out and shred using 2 forks. Add back to the soup. 4. Stir in the spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, cream/milk, parmesan, and gnocchi. Cook until warmed throughout, about 5 minutes. If the soup is too thick, add additional broth. 5. Serve the soup topped with parmesan. Enjoy warm, preferably with a crusty piece of bread.
Notes
Italian Seasoning: Mix 2 tablespoons dried basil, 2 tablespoons dried oregano, 2 teaspoons dried thyme, 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, and 1 teaspoon dried sage. Store in a sealed container.
This post was originally published on December 8, 2022
This was a very warming and cozy soup and I love the idea of gnocchi being used this way. So simple to make and it was enough to have for lunch the next day! I love these recipes as I’m trying to stretch out our food due to high food prices but not sacrificing taste, and your recipes are perfect for this!
Hey Rebecca,
Love it! Thanks so much for making this soup! I love to hear that it was enjoyed! xT
This recipe was AMAZING! My husband loved it and it was the perfect cozy soup for the cold weather. Thank you for sharing Teighan!
Hey Emily,
Happy Friday!!❄️🧑🎄 I appreciate you making this recipe and sharing your review, so glad to hear it turned out well for you! xx
Is it ok to use shelf stable gnocchi in place of fresh gnocchi? This recipe looks great and I can’t wait to try it! Thanks!
Hey Sheri,
I would recommend cooking it according to package directions first and then adding to the soup to warm through. Let me know how this recipe turns out for you! xx
This is SO GOOD! Everyone is my house loved it. It was so filling and flavorful, ultimate comfort dish. Thank you!
Hey Debi,
Happy Friday!!❄️🧑🎄 I appreciate you making this recipe and sharing your review, so glad to hear it turned out well for you! xx
This was a wonderfully creamy and filling soup for a cold night! The sun dried tomatoes added a great unique flavor to it. Definitely a “make again” recipe.
Hey Catherine,
Perfect!! ⛄️ I love to hear that this recipe was a winner, thanks so much for trying it out! xx
The flavors are amazing. One of my favorite soups of ALL-time. LEGIT!
Hey Ty,
Perfect!! ⛄️ I love to hear that this recipe was a winner, thanks so much for trying it out! xx
Oh my gosh!! I made this tonight and it is sooo delish!!! I will be making this again! Thanks Tieghan!!
Hey Judy,
Wonderful!! Thanks a bunch for making this recipe and sharing your feedback! Love to hear that it was enjoyed! Happy Holidays!🎄🎁
AMAZING! Full of flavor. An upgrade from traditional chicken soup. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Hey Karin,
Wonderful!!🎅 I love to hear that this recipe turned out well for you, thanks so much for making it and your comment! xT
I always think it is silly when someone says they love a certain recipe and then list all of the changes they did to it. Well, now it is my turn.
I thought that I had all of the ingredients. Turns out I was wrong. So, here goes: I didn’t have the carrots (used them all last night) or celery. At the last minute I threw in some frozen peas and corn. I was also missing the Parmesan. I decided to use some cream cheese and Velveeta instead. Since I used cream cheese I decided that some reduced fat (2%) milk would be good enough. I had all of the rest — including gnocchi, baby spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes.
Even with all of these changes it was great!
Hey William,
Perfect!! ⛄️ I love to hear that this recipe was a winner, thanks so much for trying it out! Lol thanks for sharing what worked well for you! xx
Sooo easy and delicious….super comfort food. Used rotisserie chicken. Hit with everyone tonight! When they know I’m making a Tieghan recipe, the anticipation goes up a notch! Thanks for another great dish!
Hey Kathy,
Happy Tuesday! Thanks so much for making this soup and sharing your feedback, I love to hear that it was enjoyed! xx
Made this for dinner tonight and it was so good!!! Easy, one pot, which I love. My picky kids even ate it! One went back for seconds. This will be on repeat at our house.
Hey Arlene,
Wonderful!!🎅 I love to hear that this recipe turned out well for you, thanks so much for making it and your comment! xT
Has anyone made this with ground Italian sausage? Thinking about swapping the chicken for that but not sure how it would mesh with sun dried tomatoes!
I’ve not made this with italian sausage, but have made numerous dishes with sun dried tomatoes and italian sausage and they pair perfectly!
Hey Samantha,
I’ve not tried that with this recipe, but I’m sure it would be tasty! Let me know if you give the dish a try, I hope you love it! xx
Hi Samantha! I actually subbed the recipe with ground Italian sausage for dinner last night & I thought it was absolutely delicious!
Hi T – would it be possible to use ground chicken on this recipe? If so, would I cook it ahead of combining all the veggies and spices?
Hey Barbara,
Sure, that would work well for you! Let me know if you give this recipe a try, I hope you love it! xx
I’ve made so many of your recipes over the years (and always love them). I think this might be my new favourite – all I can say is WOW! The gnocchi in there is so good. The broth is rich and delicious. Obsessed. Definitely making this many more times in the years to come – hit with the whole family. Thank you!
Hey Chelsy,
Wonderful!!🎅 I love to hear that this recipe turned out well for you, thanks so much for making it and your comment! xT
This is UNBELIEVABLE. Perfect for the first snowy night in Boston this season. Thank you thank you thank you!!
Thank you so much Jill:) I’m so glad this recipe was enjoyed! Happy Holidays! xx
This one is a winner. Tasty, filling, and easy.
Making this tonight. I have some parm rinds that I need to use, do you think one would be a good addition?
Hey Suzanne,
Totally, that would be a great idea!! I hope this turns out well for you, let me know if you have any other questions! xT
Hey Tayler,
Love it!! Thanks so much for making this recipe and sharing your feedback! So glad it was enjoyed:) Happy Monday!🎄