Crockpot Chicken Gnocchi Soup
This crockpot chicken gnocchi soup is rich, creamy, and packed with tender chicken, soft gnocchi, fresh vegetables, and flavorful herbs. A slow cooker favorite that delivers cozy comfort with minimal effort, perfect for busy days and cold nights.
Equipment
- Slow cooker (crockpot)
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Forks for shredding chicken
- Wooden spoon or ladle
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup carrots sliced
- 1 cup celery chopped
- 1 small onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 package 16 oz potato gnocchi
- 2 cups fresh spinach chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts into the crockpot. Add carrots, celery, onion, and garlic on top of the chicken.
- Pour in chicken broth and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return to the crockpot.
- Stir in butter, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese until creamy.
- Add gnocchi and cook for 20-30 minutes until tender.
- Stir in spinach and cook for 5 minutes until wilted. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving hot.
Notes
Nutritional Info (Approximate per serving)
- Calories: 420
- Protein: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fat: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
