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This super simple Creamy Gnocchi Chicken Soup is that bowl of winter comfort we’re all craving most right now. A mix of vegetables simmered with Italian seasonings, chicken, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and potato gnocchi. Finish each bowl off with a nice sprinkling of parmesan, then serve with crusty bread. It’s full of yumminess and great for just about any night of the week. Truly one of those all-in-one dinners that everyone at the table will love.
When it snows all week in December it’s hard not to crave the most comforting foods. For me, that means roasted vegetables, chicken and rice, slow-simmered short ribs, and soup. Lots of soup. My favorite is probably a good broccoli cheddar, but gnocchi soup is high on my list.
I made my very first gnocchi soup two years ago around this time. I’ve made it multiple times since, we love the recipe! It’s a very creamy, white Italian-style gnocchi soup.
So today, I’m sharing a very creamy red version with chicken. This has similar flavors to a really great sun-dried tomato chicken pasta, but in soup!
It’s full of yumminess!
Here are the steps
Start out by cooking up that onion, then add the vegetables, chicken, herbs, and spices. Cooking the spices before adding in the liquid will help to intensify the flavors.
Once that’s all cooked up, stir in a pat of butter and some flour. I wanted to create a creamy soup, and the butter-flour roux helped to achieve that. In the end, you get a gnocchi soup that’s incredibly creamy. It’s fit for some of the coldest nights of the year.
Next, stir in a little broth and simmer everything together to allow the chicken to cook and the flavors to mend together.
At this point, simply finish the soup with a splash of creamy milk and parmesan cheese. Then add the gnocchi and simmer for a few minutes until the gnocchi is soft.
Easy, EASY. Indulgent, but just right for this time of year, and so delicious.
As with most soups, I always recommend serving with a side of crusty bread for dipping into that creamy broth. Then add a nice side salad for color and you’ll have the perfect easy dinner.
If you’re planning to enjoy this soup leftover, be sure to first remove the gnocchi from the broth before refrigerating. That way the gnocchi won’t soak up all the broth. Then just add the gnocchi back in before serving.
I think that’s really about it. A simple recipe for these busier short and sweet December days!
Looking for other easy winter night dinners?? Here are my favorites:
Cozy Wild Rice and Orzo Chicken Soup
Creamy French Onion and Mushroom Soup
Slow Cooker Chipotle Chicken Tortilla Soup with Salty Lime Chips
One Pot Chicken and Sage Dumplings
Lastly, if you make this Creamy Gnocchi Chicken Soup, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
Creamy Gnocchi Chicken Soup
Servings: 6
Calories Per Serving: 483 kcal
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 6 carrots, chopped
- 4 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2-4 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning (see note)
- 1 teaspoon paprika or smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves (or 2 teaspoons dried)
- 1 pinch chili flakes
- 1 pinch each kosher salt and black pepper
- 4-6 cups low sodium vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- 4-6 cups baby spinach
- 1 1/2 cups canned coconut milk, heavy cream, or whole milk
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan
- 1 pound fresh potato gnocchi
Instructions
- 1. In a large soup pot set over medium heat, combine the olive oil and onion. Cook 5 minutes, until fragrant. Add the carrots and celery. Cook another 3 minutes.2. Stir in the butter and flour, cook 1 minute. Add the chicken, garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, thyme, and a pinch each of chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat in spices. Add 4 cups broth. Simmer over medium heat for 20 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through. 3. Pull the chicken out and shred using 2 forks. Add back to the soup. 4. Stir in the spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, cream/milk, parmesan, and gnocchi. Cook until warmed throughout, about 5 minutes. If the soup is too thick, add additional broth. 5. Serve the soup topped with parmesan. Enjoy warm, preferably with a crusty piece of bread.
Notes
Italian Seasoning: Mix 2 tablespoons dried basil, 2 tablespoons dried oregano, 2 teaspoons dried thyme, 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, and 1 teaspoon dried sage. Store in a sealed container.
Delicious! Since I was making it for 2 of us, I used 1/2 pound of fresh tortellini instead of the gnocchi and just used the first 4 cups of broth. There was still plenty left for lunch another day. I loved the bites of sundried tomatoes. Definitely a keeper!
Thanks so much Amy!! I appreciate you making this recipe and sharing your feedback, so glad to hear the dish was a hit! xT
Have made this at least 6 times now. So delicious 🤤
Hey Regan,
Awesome!! Thanks a bunch for trying this recipe and your comment, so glad to hear it turned out well for you! xT
I’ve never bought Gnocchi before, but wanted to try them. Looking through google for recipes I was intrigued by yours. I always start with boiling roasted chicken left over carcass which gave me plenty of flavorful liquid. Because of that miscalculation my soup was more liquid than creamy. BUT all I can say about this recipe is 10 star OMG good. Hubby and I both loved it and my daughter who isn’t big on soup devoured it and they have requested me making more very soon. Actually I think mine had so much lighter flavor that I just might keep it soupy. Also next time I’ll try the coconut milk instead of cream. Thanks for the fantastic recipe
Hey Rose,
Awesome!! Thanks a bunch for trying this recipe and your comment, so glad to hear it turned out well for you! xT
Absolutely yummy! Used lite coconut milk but otherwise followed recipe.
Hi Brett,
Happy Sunday!!😃🍊 I appreciate you making this recipe and your comment, so glad to hear it was delish! xx
A new favorite! This was my first time giving canned coconut milk a try and I was so surprised and pleased.
I didn’t change too much other than browning and cooking the chicken (thighs) in my pot first, then removed and used that fat to sautee the veggies. I also skipped the butter/flour step and used whatever fat was already there to create a smaller amount of roux, I didn’t want too thick of a soup.
I also chose to add mushrooms, which I roasted in the oven first to give them a bit of texture.
Hey Abby,
Happy Wednesday!! Thanks a bunch for trying this recipe and your comment, so glad to hear it was a hit! xx
Creamier and more flavorful than any chicken soup I’ve had. So good. This is now my go to for my “get better soon” dish.
Hey Alexis,
Happy Wednesday!! Thanks a bunch for testing this recipe and your comment, so glad to hear it was a hit! xx
Absolutely delicious!!! Thank you!!!
Hey Jessie,
Happy Sunday!!☀️🧁 I appreciate you making this recipe and sharing your review, so glad to hear that it turned out well for you! xT
I’m making this for the 3rd time since Jan 2023. My family and friends love it! I’m a good cook so of course I made a few minor adjustments. Just a little more garlic and I used my home made chicken bone broth, 4 c of that and diluted with water as needed. Super rich flavor overall and I love the Italian home made spice blend you recommended, I used that too. Also used half and half and served with rustic garlic bread. A hit every time. Thanks for the comfort food that is really good anytime you need some love in your bowl.
Hey Lynette,
Happy Sunday!! 🍉🍓🫐 I am thrilled to hear that this recipe turned out well for you, thanks so much for making it and your comment! xT
We made this last night and it was just incredible, like every one of your recipes we’ve made. But I wanted specifically to say THANK YOU for introducing us to the idea of using coconut milk for creamy soups!! We’ve used it in plenty of Asian dishes, but literally never thought of replacing heavy cream, milk, etc. with coconut milk. It allows us to enjoy delicious, filling soups without the guilt of knowing there’s all that heavy cream in there! We’ve fallen back in love with soups and it’s just awesome!
Hey Shelby,
Fantastic!! I love to hear that this recipe turned out well for you, thanks so much for making it! Thanks so much for your kind message!! Have a great weekend:) 🐣🍭
This was incredible! I’ll definitely be adding this to my regular rotation. I made it exactly as written and it was so flavorful
Hey Kristy,
I appreciate you making this recipe and sharing your feedback, so glad to hear it was delish! Have a great weekend! xT
Could this be made in a crock pot?
Hey Abby,
I’ve not tested this recipe in the crockpot, but I don’t see why it wouldn’t work for you! Let me know if you give this recipe a try, I hope you love it! xT
This is the best soup recipe ever!! I’ve made it twice and it came out great both times!!
Hi Jainita,
Wonderful!!🍀 I love to hear that this recipe turned out well for you, thanks so much for trying it out:)
I made this tonight using Italian sausage (combination of hot and mild), because that is what I had… and it was really good! Another hit to add to my rotation!
Hey Bee,
Happy Monday!!🌴 I appreciate you making this recipe and sharing your comment, so glad to hear it turned out well for you! xT
This soup was a hit and it’s easy to make. I have it cooking in the stove now. Made 3 times the amount it at a party once, it was a major hit. Have a friend over now and dinner is orzo chicken, gnocci soup and green salad!
Hi Attia,
Happy Sunday! 😃 Thanks a bunch for trying this recipe out, so glad to hear it turned out well for you! xx
Super good and very filling! Will definitely make this again. I used mini gnocchi in the soup that I found at Trader Joe’s.
Hey Grace,
Fantastic!!🌻 I appreciate you making this recipe and sharing your review, so glad to hear it turned out well for you! xT