Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 lb potato gnocchi
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups half-and-half
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
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In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
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Add chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
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Remove and set aside.
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In the same pot, melt butter. Add onion, celery, and carrots. Cook until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
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Add garlic and cook for another minute.
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Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir to combine. Cook for 1 minute.
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Slowly pour in chicken broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
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Add half-and-half, thyme, rosemary, and nutmeg. Bring to a simmer.
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Add gnocchi and cook for 3-4 minutes until they float to the surface.
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Return the cooked chicken to the pot and add spinach. Cook until spinach is wilted.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Dip your spoon into this Chicken Gnocchi Soup and watch as it emerges laden with pillowy gnocchi, tender chunks of chicken, and a medley of colorful vegetables, all swimming in a creamy, herb-infused broth. It’s like ladling up a bowlful of comfort, where each spoonful is a perfect harmony of textures and flavors. The gnocchi, those little potato dumplings, are like soft, starchy clouds that melt in your mouth, while the vegetables provide a satisfying bite and a burst of freshness. Whether you’re nursing a cold, seeking solace on a rainy day, or just in need of a warm culinary hug, this soup delivers on all fronts. It’s not just a meal; it’s a soothing balm for your soul, the culinary equivalent of wrapping yourself in a soft, warm blanket fresh from the dryer. So grab your biggest pot, sharpen your knife, and get ready to create a soup that will fill your kitchen with an aroma so inviting, it might just lure the neighbors over. Your spoon is about to embark on a journey through a creamy sea of comfort, dotted with gnocchi islands and vegetable treasures. Bon voyage and bon appétit!
