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30-minute Homemade Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe

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This 30-minute homemade chicken gnocchi soup recipe is a creamy, hearty, and flavorful dish made with tender chicken, soft gnocchi, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that everyone will love!

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 (16 oz) package potato gnocchi
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until lightly browned. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same pot, sauté onions, carrots, and celery until softened. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
  • Pour in chicken broth and stir in heavy cream. Add thyme, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  • If you prefer a thicker soup, dissolve cornstarch in 2 tbsp water and stir into the broth. Cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add gnocchi and cooked chicken. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until gnocchi is tender.
  • Stir in spinach and cook until wilted. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
  • Use rotisserie chicken for an even quicker prep.
  • Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.

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