Hearty Chicken Gnocchi Soup
This chicken gnocchi soup is a game-changer for busy evenings. The rotisserie chicken and pre-shredded carrots cut down on prep time, while the instant mashed potato flakes create a thick, hearty texture without the need for a long cook time or a flour-based roux. The combination of tender gnocchi, savory chicken, and creamy broth is reminiscent of Olive Garden’s famous soup but made even better at home.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 2 cups Rotisserie Chicken Shredded or diced
- 2 cups Shredded Carrots Pre-shredded store bought for convenience
- 12 oz Gnocchi I buy refrigerated gnocchi
- 1/2 cup Frozen Spinach Chopped
- 6 cups Chicken Broth Or Bone Broth
- 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1/2 cup Instant Mashed Potatoes *The Secret Thickener*
- 2 tsp Italian Seasoning
- 1 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine the chicken broth, shredded carrots, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and let the carrots cook until they begin to soften, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add Chicken, Gnocchi, and Spinach Stir to combine and cook for another 3-5 minutes.
- Sprinkle in the dry instant mashed potatoes and stir well and allow to thicken.
- Finish with heavy whipping cream and stir until the soup is silky and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Notes
If you prefer a thinner soup, add a bit more chicken broth until it reaches your desired texture.
Using homemade bone broth from your rotisserie chicken adds incredible depth of flavor, but store-bought works great too!
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, reheat gently on the stovetops, adding a splash of broth or cream to review the texture.
Serve with a salad and breadsticks, biscuits, or crusty bread for a meal!
This hearty chicken gnocchi soup is the perfect way to warm up on a chilly evening. It's quick, easy, and guaranteed to satisfy your comfort food cravings. Gift it a try and let me know how it turns out in the comments!
Enjoy - the scrambled eggs!