Chicken and Gnocchi Soup Recipe

Chicken and Gnocchi Soup Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 lb (450g) cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie chicken works well)
• 1 package (16 oz) potato gnocchi
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups fresh spinach (or kale)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
• Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving, optional)

Instructions:

1. Sauté the Vegetables:
   • In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
   • Stir in the minced garlic, dried thyme, and oregano, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
2. Add Broth and Chicken:
   • Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Add the shredded chicken and reduce the heat to a simmer.
3. Cook the Gnocchi:
   • Once the soup is simmering, add the gnocchi. Cook according to package instructions, usually about 2-3 minutes or until they float to the top.
4. Add Cream and Spinach:
   • Stir in the heavy cream and fresh spinach (or kale). Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts.
5. Season:
   • Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
6. Serve:
   • Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Enjoy!

This Chicken and Gnocchi Soup is creamy and full of flavor, making it a wonderful meal for any day of the week!