A cozy one-pot dinner with all the best Italian flavors—chicken, pillowy gnocchi, sun-dried tomatoes, and crispy bacon. Perfect for cold winter nights!
1. Cook the bacon in a large Dutch oven over medium heat until crisp, about 5 minutes. Remove the bacon. If there's excess bacon grease, drain off all but 2 tablespoons. Add the onion, bell pepper, Italian seasoning, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, until fragrant.2. Add the broth, canned tomatoes, and chicken. Simmer over medium heat for 20 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through. Shred the chicken. 3. Stir in the spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and gnocchi. Add 1 cup of water. Cook for 2 minutes. Stir in the milk and both cheeses. 4. Ladle the soup into bowls. Top with bacon and rosemary. Enjoy, preferably with a crusty piece of bread.