Crockpot Chicken and Gnocchi Soup Recipe
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
4 hrs 30 mins
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Total Time
4 hrs 40 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
345 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Soup
Crockpot Chicken and Gnocchi Soup Recipe
Description
The recipe begins by layering chicken broth, chicken breasts, chopped carrots, celery, onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and optional red pepper flakes in a slow cooker. Cooking on high or low until the chicken is tender, it is then shredded and returned to the pot. Fresh gnocchi and chopped spinach are added next, contributing tender texture and color.
A mixture of heavy cream and cornstarch is whisked and stirred in to thicken and add richness, with an additional cook time to soften the gnocchi fully. The resulting soup balances the mild savory flavors of chicken and vegetables with the creaminess and slight chew of gnocchi, offering a nourishing and hearty meal.
This soup may be served hot from the crockpot, suitable as a main dish for lunch or dinner. Its one-pot preparation and ability to keep warm in the slow cooker are practical for busy cooks.
For storage, the soup keeps well in an airtight container refrigerated for up to three days, making leftovers convenient to enjoy.
Ingredients
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 pound chicken breast boneless skinless
- 2 carrot peeled and chopped, large
- 2 celery chopped, stalks
- 1 onion chopped, small
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning dried
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 1 cup spinach chopped
- 16 ounces gnocchi
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Add the chicken broth to the bottom of your slow cooker. Then, add the chicken breasts. Add the carrots, celery, onion, and garlic on top. Finally, sprinkle over the italian seasoning, salt, and red pepper flakes.
- Cook on HIGH for 4 hours, or on LOW for 6 hours on LOW; until the chicken is tender.
- Remove the chicken and shred it with two forks.
- Return the chicken to the slow cooker, then add the gnocchi and spinach.
- Whisk together the heavy cream and cornstarch, and add it to the slow cooker. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 30 minutes, or until the gnocchi are soft.
- Serve hot from the slow cooker.
Notes
- Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 345 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 345kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 89mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 1339mg | 56% |
| Potassium | 566mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 4396IU | 88% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 77mg | 8% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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