The Story & Intro
Bonjour my friends! 👋 I’m Lacamorea, a 31-year-old French girl who traded the cobblestone streets of Paris for the cozy kitchens of America 🇫🇷➡️🇺🇸. Ever since I could reach the countertop, I’ve been whisking, stirring, and sneaking tastes of cake batter when no one was looking 🍰😋. Cooking isn’t just my passion it’s my love language, my therapy, and my favorite way to make people smile.
Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup has a special place in my heart. I still remember the first chilly evening I made it after moving to the U.S. rain tapping against the window, my tiny kitchen filled with the scent of garlic and herbs, and a big pot bubbling away on the stove. It felt like a hug in a bowl. Back home in France, soups were always about comfort, but this creamy chicken gnocchi soup felt extra indulgent, almost luxurious, yet so simple to make.
What I love most about creamy chicken gnocchi soup is how it brings people together. It’s the kind of dish you make when friends drop by unexpectedly or when your family needs something warm and reassuring. The pillowy gnocchi, tender chicken, and velvety broth create magic with very little effort. I’ve made this creamy chicken gnocchi soup for busy weeknights, lazy Sundays, and even cozy dinner parties and it never fails to impress.
If you’re looking for a recipe that feels restaurant-worthy but is totally doable at home, this creamy chicken gnocchi soup is it. Let’s get cooking together, apron on, worries off, and hearts full. 💛
🛒 Ingredients
Here’s everything you’ll need to make the best creamy chicken gnocchi soup at home. Simple, cozy, and easy to find in any U.S. grocery store.
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg (optional but magical ✨)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 pound potato gnocchi (store-bought works perfectly)
- 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water (optional, for extra thickness)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions
- Build the flavor base
In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and carrots. Cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring often, until softened and fragrant. - Add the garlic and seasonings
Stir in the garlic, thyme, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Cook for about 30 seconds, just until the garlic releases its aroma. - Cook the chicken
Place the chicken breasts directly into the pot. Pour in the chicken broth and bring everything to a gentle boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15–18 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked. - Shred the chicken
Remove the chicken breasts and shred them using two forks. Set aside for a moment try not to snack too much 😉. - Make it creamy
Lower the heat and stir in the milk and heavy cream. Add the gnocchi and let them cook gently for 3–4 minutes. They’ll float when they’re ready. - Bring it all together
Add the shredded chicken back into the pot along with the spinach. Stir until the spinach wilts. - Thicken if needed
If you like your creamy chicken gnocchi soup extra thick, stir in the cornstarch slurry and simmer for 2–3 minutes. - Final taste test
Adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot with fresh parsley sprinkled on top.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
This creamy chicken gnocchi soup is wonderful all on its own, but I love pairing it with:
- Warm crusty bread or garlic knots
- A simple green salad with lemon vinaigrette
- Parmesan crisps for a little crunch
- A glass of crisp white wine or sparkling water with lemon
For entertaining, serve it in deep bowls and finish with a drizzle of olive oil and freshly cracked black pepper. So cozy, so elegant.
⭐ Recipe Card
Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup
⏱️ Time
- Prep: 15 minutes
- Cook: 30 minutes
- Total: 45 minutes
🛒 Ingredients
- Butter, olive oil, vegetables
- Chicken breasts
- Gnocchi
- Milk & cream
- Spinach and seasonings
👩🍳 Instructions
- Sauté vegetables
- Simmer chicken in broth
- Add cream and gnocchi
- Finish with spinach
📝 Notes
- Rotisserie chicken works great for speed
- Swap half-and-half for lighter soup
- Leftovers thicken overnight add broth when reheating
🍽️ Nutrition (approx.)
- Calories: 420 per serving
- Protein: 28g
- Carbs: 32g
- Fat: 22g
📝 Notes & Tips from My Kitchen
- Don’t overcook the gnocchi they cook fast!
- Fresh spinach can be swapped with kale (add it earlier).
- This soup freezes well without the gnocchi add fresh gnocchi when reheating.
- For extra flavor, add a Parmesan rind while simmering.
🍽️ Nutrition
Creamy chicken gnocchi soup is rich and comforting, but it also offers a good balance of protein, vegetables, and carbs. Using fresh ingredients keeps it satisfying without feeling heavy. You can always lighten it up by using low-fat milk or reducing the cream slightly.
Conclusion
There’s something truly special about a pot of creamy chicken gnocchi soup simmering on the stove. It slows you down, fills your kitchen with warmth, and reminds you that simple food can be deeply comforting. Whether you’re cooking for loved ones or just for yourself, this soup delivers cozy joy in every spoonful.
From my French heart to your American kitchen, I hope this creamy chicken gnocchi soup becomes one of those recipes you come back to again and again. Bon appétit, my friends! 💛
