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Creamy Crockpot Chicken Gnocchi Soup

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This Creamy Crockpot Chicken Gnocchi Soup is a comforting, flavorful dish made in the slow cooker. Packed with tender chicken, vegetables, gnocchi, and a rich broth, it’s a hearty and easy-to-make meal.

Ingredients

1 and 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts

3–4 medium whole carrots, peeled and chopped

1–2 stalks celery, chopped

1/2 medium yellow or white onion, chopped

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

4–5 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon Italian seasoning

Salt and black pepper, to taste

1 teaspoon Better than Bouillon chicken seasoning base (optional)

Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

4 cups low-sodium chicken stock or broth

1 cup cream or half and half

1–2 tablespoons cornstarch

1 pound potato gnocchi

3 cups baby spinach

Cooked ground beef (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken, carrots, celery, onion, parsley, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a large slow cooker.
  2. Add the Better than Bouillon paste and red pepper flakes, if using.
  3. Pour the chicken stock or broth over the ingredients and stir gently to combine.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or on high for 4 hours.
  5. Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks and return it to the slow cooker.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together the cream (or half and half) and cornstarch. Pour this mixture into the soup.
  7. Add the gnocchi and spinach, stirring well.
  8. Cover and cook on high for an additional 30–45 minutes, until the gnocchi are tender and the soup has thickened.
  9. If you prefer a thicker soup, whisk together an additional tablespoon of cornstarch with an equal amount of cool water, then stir this slurry into the soup.
  10. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if desired.
  11. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with cooked ground beef, if desired. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
  • The soup can be frozen, but the gnocchi may soften upon reheating. Consider cooking them separately if freezing.
  • To reheat, warm on the stovetop over medium heat and add broth or water if the soup thickens too much.
  • For a spicier version, increase the red pepper flakes or add a diced jalapeño.

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