Creamy Crockpot Chicken Gnocchi Soup
If you’re searching for a comforting dish that warms your soul, look no further than this Creamy Crockpot Chicken Gnocchi Soup. This delightful recipe combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and pillowy gnocchi in a creamy broth, making it the perfect meal for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Simply toss all the ingredients into your slow cooker and let it work its magic while you relax! Enjoy the cozy vibes as you savor each spoonful of this hearty soup—it’s sure to bring smiles around the dinner table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 and 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 3–4 medium whole carrots (peeled and chopped)
- 1–2 stalks celery (chopped)
- 1/2 medium yellow or white onion (chopped)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken stock
- 1 cup cream or half-and-half
- 1 pound potato gnocchi
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 2 Tablespoons fresh parsley (flat or curly, chopped)
- 4–5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 Tablespoon Italian seasoning
- salt and black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Better than Bouillon chicken seasoning base (optional)
- pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1–2 Tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
- Chop carrots, celery, onion, and garlic.
- Place chicken, vegetables, parsley, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in the slow cooker.
- Pour in chicken stock. Stir gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for about 4 hours.
- Shred the chicken when cooked through.
- Whisk cream with cornstarch; add to soup along with gnocchi and spinach.
- Cook on high for an additional 30–45 minutes until gnocchi are tender.
- Adjust seasoning and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg