Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe
Enjoy this comforting gnocchi soup featuring tender chicken, a rich, creamy broth, and savory Italian herbs for a delightful meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups mirepoix (chopped onions, celery, and carrots)
- 1-2 teaspoons dried basil
- 1-2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons water
- two 12 ounce cans evaporated milk
- two 1 lb. packages gnocchi (about 4 cups)
Instructions
- Place the chicken, mirepoix, basil, Italian seasoning, poultry seasoning, salt, and broth in a crockpot or slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours or low for 6-8 hours. Shred the chicken directly in the crockpot.
- Add the cornstarch mixture, evaporated milk, and gnocchi. Stir and replace cover. Cook another 45 minutes – 1 hour until the soup has thickened and the gnocchi has softened.
- While the soup is thickening, fry crispy bacon bits, then saute garlic and wilt spinach. Add bacon, spinach, and garlic to the crockpot.
- Add additional liquid (like water) if needed to reach desired consistency. Season again with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- Use good quality chicken broth for the best flavor base.
- Don't overcook the gnocchi; they should be tender but not mushy.
- Adjust seasoning at the end; salt and pepper are key to balancing the richness. Allergens: Milk, Wheat. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.
- Don't overcook the gnocchi; they should be tender but not mushy.
- Adjust seasoning at the end; salt and pepper are key to balancing the richness. Allergens: Milk, Wheat. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.