30-Minute Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe

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30-Minute Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper (or to taste)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (divided)
  • 1 white onion (diced)
  • 1/2 cup sliced carrots
  • 1/2 cup sliced celery
  • 5 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 lb gnocchi
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 cups baby spinach (roughly chopped)

Instructions:

  1. Sear the Chicken:
    • Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat.
    • Sear the chicken breasts for 2 minutes on each side until golden but not fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
  2. Sauté the Vegetables:
    • In the same pot, add the remaining 1 tbsp of olive oil. Add the diced onion, sliced carrots, and celery. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
    • Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Simmer the Soup:
    • Return the chicken to the pot. Pour in the chicken broth and season with thyme and oregano.
    • Bring to a simmer and cook for about 15 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender.
  4. Shred the Chicken:
    • Remove the chicken using tongs and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
  5. Add Gnocchi:
    • Stir in the gnocchi and simmer for 5 minutes until the gnocchi are cooked through.
  6. Finish the Soup:
    • Stir in the heavy cream and chopped spinach. Let the spinach wilt for 1-2 minutes.
    • Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Serve hot and enjoy this creamy, comforting chicken gnocchi soup!