Description
Tasty Rotisserie Chicken Gnocchi Soup is an ideal comfort food that warms your soul on any chilly evening. This creamy and hearty dish features tender gnocchi and flavorful rotisserie chicken, making it a quick yet satisfying meal. With just 10 minutes of prep time, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or when you’re in need of a nourishing bowl of soup. Packed with wholesome ingredients like spinach and carrots, this recipe can easily be customized with your favorite vegetables. Plus, it’s freezer-friendly, allowing you to enjoy it anytime!
Ingredients
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- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup diced yellow onion
- 3/4 cup grated carrots
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
- 2 large garlic cloves, minced (about 2–3 teaspoons)
- 1/2 cup dry white apple vinegar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken broth or stock
- 2 cups half-and-half, warmed
- 1–2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herb blend
- 1 pound gnocchi
- 2 cups cooked rotisserie chicken breast, shredded or cubed
- 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter and olive oil. Add diced onion, grated carrots, sliced celery, and minced garlic; sauté for 5 minutes until tender.
- Deglaze with dry white apple vinegar, scraping up any bits from the bottom.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute to remove the raw taste.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Add warmed half-and-half, thyme leaves, and Italian herbs; stir well.
- Incorporate gnocchi and shredded rotisserie chicken; cook until gnocchi float to the top.
- Stir in chopped spinach until wilted. Season with salt, pepper, and optional nutmeg before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg