Description
Slow Cooker Chicken Gnocchi Soup is a delightful comfort food that transforms simple ingredients into a rich and creamy meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this dish combines tender chicken, fluffy gnocchi, and fresh vegetables simmered to perfection in your slow cooker. With minimal prep work, you can set it and forget it while the flavors meld beautifully. This hearty soup is not only satisfying but also packed with nutrients, making it a favorite among both kids and adults alike. Enjoy a bowl of this creamy goodness anytime youβre in need of warmth and comfort!
Ingredients
- 1Β½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 3β4 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
- 1β2 stalks celery, chopped
- Β½ medium yellow or white onion, chopped
- 4β5 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken stock
- 1 cup cream or half-and-half
- 1 package (16 oz) potato gnocchi
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping the vegetables and mincing the garlic.
- In the slow cooker, place the chicken at the bottom followed by carrots, celery, onion, and garlic.
- Pour in the chicken stock and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning; stir gently.
- Cover and cook on low for 6β8 hours or high for 4 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken directly in the pot.
- In a separate bowl, mix cream with cornstarch until smooth; add to the soup along with gnocchi.
- Cook on high for an additional 30β45 minutes until the gnocchi are tender.
- Adjust thickness with cornstarch if necessary; serve hot garnished with parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6β8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1ΒΌ cups)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding your favorite vegetables such as spinach or zucchini. To thicken without using cream, consider blending some of the soup before adding back to enhance texture.