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Creamy Crockpot Chicken Gnocchi Soup

Creamy Crockpot Chicken Gnocchi Soup

Experience the comfort of Creamy Crockpot Chicken Gnocchi Soup, a hearty dish perfect for chilly days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: DINNER PLATES
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts for a tender texture
  • 3-4 medium carrots peeled and chopped
  • 1-2 stalks celery chopped
  • 0.5 medium onion chopped
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for flavor and garnish
  • 4-5 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Better Than Bouillon chicken base optional
  • red pepper flakes a pinch, optional
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth or stock
Creaminess
  • 1 cup cream or half and half
  • 1-2 tablespoons cornstarch to thicken the soup
For the Gnocchi
  • 1 pound potato gnocchi
For Freshness
  • 3 cups baby spinach
  • cooked bacon optional for serving

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Gather Ingredients: Start by assembling all your ingredients on the counter.
  2. Combine in Slow Cooker: Add the chicken, carrots, celery, onion, parsley, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, bouillon (if using), and chicken broth to the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine.
  3. Cook Low and Slow: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 4 hours.
  4. Shred Chicken: Once cooked, take two forks and shred the chicken directly in the pot.
  5. Create the Creamy Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together the cream or half and half with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Stir into the soup.
  6. Add Gnocchi and Spinach: Toss in the gnocchi and spinach. Cover and cook on high for an additional 30–45 minutes.
  7. Season to Taste: Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.
  8. Serve and Enjoy: Ladle into bowls, topping with crumbled bacon or grated Parmesan if you like.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For extra flavor, consider sautéing garlic and onions before adding them to the slow cooker. Whisk cornstarch with cream thoroughly before adding to avoid lumps.

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