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Easy Rotisserie Chicken Gnocchi Soup

A cozy and comforting soup featuring soft gnocchi, tender chicken, and colorful vegetables in a creamy broth, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 whole rotisserie chicken, shredded For ease and depth of flavor
  • 16 ounces package of gnocchi About one standard package
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half or coconut cream
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 1 cup celery, diced
  • 1 cup onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil and sauté the diced onions, carrots, and celery until they soften, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
Cooking
  1. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
  2. Stir in the shredded rotisserie chicken and the dried thyme. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
  3. Carefully add the gnocchi to the pot and continue to simmer for another 3-4 minutes, or until the gnocchi float to the top, indicating they are cooked through.
  4. Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream. Stir well to combine, letting the soup warm through, about 2-3 minutes.
Finishing Touch
  1. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
  2. Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and dig in!

Notes

Feel free to customize the recipe with other vegetables like spinach, peas, or corn. Make sure not to overcook the gnocchi, as they can become mushy quickly. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.