Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup with Spinach
A comforting, creamy soup packed with tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, fresh spinach, and delicate spices for a wholesome meal.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 tablespoons grated onion
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 6 cubes chicken bouillon cubes
- 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
- 4 cups baby spinach, rinsed
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup celery, thinly sliced
- 3/4 cup grated carrots
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 8 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 16 ounces frozen or fresh gnocchi
- as needed cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- as needed cold water (for mixing cornstarch)
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add celery, grated onions, and minced garlic; sauté for 1-2 minutes until celery starts to soften.
- Whisk in the flour until well combined and cook for another minute.
- Gradually add the water and stir in the chicken bouillon cubes until dissolved.
- Add cooked chicken, thyme, and nutmeg; stir well and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes to develop flavors.
- In a separate saucepan, gently warm the heavy cream.
- Add the warmed cream, spinach, and gnocchi to the soup pot.
- Simmer for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the gnocchi is tender and spinach is wilted.
- If the soup needs thickening, mix cornstarch with cold water and stir into the soup. Cook for a few more minutes until thickened.
- Adjust seasoning if needed, then serve warm and enjoy your hearty chicken gnocchi soup!
