Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe is creamy comfort food at its best! This one-pot meal is ready in 30 minutes and packed with gnocchi, vegetables, and tender chicken.
author’s note
A 30-Minute Dinner That Tastes Like Hours of Work!
Not too long ago, I asked you guys over on Instagram what kind of recipes you wanted to see more of. The top request? Easy soup recipes! And honestly, I couldn’t agree more.
That’s where this Chicken Gnocchi Soup comes in. It’s creamy, cozy, and packed with flavor, everything you asked for in a simple, weeknight-friendly soup. I use a couple of shortcuts to keep things quick, and while this one does take a few extra minutes to make a roux for the creamy base, it still comes together in 30 minutes or less.
If you’re new here and love easy soups, you’ll also want to try my Chicken Parmesan Soup and Chicken Tortilla Soup. Both are ready in about 20 minutes and are longtime reader favorites!
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Swaps / Tips |
|---|---|
| Gnocchi | Use frozen, shelf-stable, or homemade. Cook time may vary. |
| Chicken | Rotisserie chicken is fastest. Leftover grilled or baked chicken works too. |
| Spinach | Kale or Swiss chard for sturdier greens. |
| Cream & Milk | Half & half for a lighter soup. Add more cream for extra indulgence. |
| Seasoning | Italian blend, oregano, thyme. Try rosemary or a pinch of nutmeg for variation. |
Quick Tip
Gnocchi are small, smooth dumplings, usually made from potato or flour, and served with sauce. You can find them in the pasta section of most grocery stores. Pronounced “nyow·kee” with a soft ‘y’ sound at the start.
How To Make Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe
- Cook veggies: Sauté onion, celery, and carrots until soft. Add garlic.
- Add butter & seasonings: Stir in seasonings and melt butter.
- Make roux: Whisk in flour, then slowly add broth until smooth.
- Simmer: Add milk, cream, bay leaf, and gnocchi. Cook until gnocchi is almost done.
- Finish: Stir in spinach and chicken, cook until spinach wilts. Remove bay leaf.
What To Serve With Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe:
- Crusty bread: Perfect for dipping into the creamy soup.
- Side salad: Keep the copycats going with this Olive Garden salad!
- Roasted veggies: A side of roasted vegetables complements the hearty soup.
- Cheddar biscuits: Warm, cheesy biscuits are great for soaking up the soup.
- Fruit: I love a side of this Winter Fruit Salad.
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Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup diced yellow onion
- 3/4 cup diced celery
- 3/4 cup diced carrot
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 6 tablespoons flour
- 3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 (16-ounce) package gnocchi
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- fresh thyme optional
- Hearty buttered bread optional
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, celery, and carrots. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 7–9 minutes until the vegetables are tender. Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
- Add salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, chicken bouillon, parsley, oregano, and thyme. Stir for 15 seconds to combine. Add the butter and stir until it melts.
- Sprinkle flour over vegetables and whisk constantly for 1 minute. Gradually pour in the chicken broth, continuing to whisk until smooth and slightly thickened. Add the bay leaf, milk, and cream. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, add the gnocchi and cook according to package instructions, but reduce the cooking time by 1 minute.
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in spinach and chicken. Cook for 1–2 minutes until the spinach is wilted and the chicken is heated through. Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh thyme if desired. Serve with hearty buttered bread on the side.
Recipe Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Storage
Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe is best enjoyed the same day. The gnocchi tends to soak up liquid and can get mushy when stored.
If you plan to store it, cook the gnocchi separately or make a smaller batch. Freezing isn’t recommended since the gnocchi will absorb more liquid over time.
Variations
Want to switch up the protein? Try this sausage gnocchi soup version!
Hi Chelsea —
First, I just want to say you are one of my top Go To sites for yummy meal recipes. Second, I wanted to ask about this recipe — I realize it’s an extra step, but I hate how gummy the gnocci gets in leftovers. Could I possibly roast the gnocci? Or just keep it separate and add only when serving?
Thank you
Thank you so much! That seriously means a lot to me! And yes, absolutely! I’d recommend keeping the gnocchi separate and adding it to individual bowls when serving. That way it won’t soak up the broth and get gummy. You could roast it too, but I’d still store it separately to keep the best texture!
Great! Thank you so much
I made this for dinner tonight and it was delicious! My whole family enjoyed it and came back for seconds!
Yay! Thanks so much Michelle!