How to Make Cream of Chicken and Gnocchi Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something comforting about a warm and hearty bowl of soup on a chilly evening, and this Cream of Chicken and Gnocchi Soup is sure to hit the spot. Filled with tender pieces of chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a creamy, flavorful broth, this soup is a perfect choice for a cozy night in. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting out in the kitchen, this recipe is easy to follow and will leave you with a delicious, homemade meal that everyone will love.

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup margarine
  • ¾ cup finely chopped onion
  • ¾ cup finely chopped celery
  • ½ cup finely grated carrot
  • 1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic
  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • ¾ cup half-and-half
  • ¾ cup milk
  • 1 (16 ounce) package potato gnocchi
  • 1 ½ cups chopped cooked chicken
  • ¾ cup shredded fresh spinach
  • ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Melt margarine in a large, heavy saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir onion, celery, carrot, and garlic in hot margarine until softened, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir flour into vegetable mixture; cook and stir until vegetables are evenly coated and flour is fragrant, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Pour chicken broth, half-and-half, and milk over vegetable mixture; cook and stir until mixture thickens and comes to a boil, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat and stir in gnocchi, chicken, and spinach; season with rosemary, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Cook soup over low heat until gnocchi is tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    311 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 43mg
    • Sodium: 854mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 90mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 304mg