Description
Indulge in the warmth of Italian cuisine with our Italian Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe. This comforting dish combines tender chicken, fluffy gnocchi, and fresh spinach in a creamy broth that bursts with classic Italian flavors. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this hearty soup is not only delicious but also easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special occasions. With its rich flavors and satisfying texture, this soup will surely become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz jar oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 3 large carrots (diced)
- 2 stalks celery (diced)
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp chicken base
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or chopped)
- 1 pound shelf-stable gnocchi
- 3–4 oz baby spinach
- 12 oz can evaporated milk
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat reserved oil from sun-dried tomatoes over medium heat. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes and garlic along with Italian seasoning and smoked paprika. Sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in tomato paste and chicken base; mix well with flour. Cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and scrape any browned bits from the pot. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a simmer, cover partially, and reduce heat to low for about 15 minutes.
- Add shredded chicken, spinach, evaporated milk, and gnocchi; cook on medium-low heat for an additional 5–10 minutes until heated through.
- Serve immediately topped with grated parmesan cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg