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Marry Me Tuscan Chicken Gnocchi Soup

This comforting soup combines tender chicken, flavorful spices, and creamy broth with fluffy gnocchi, making it perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Base
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) For added heat
  • 4 cups chicken broth Homemade for richer flavor
  • 1 cup heavy cream Substitutes: half-and-half or coconut milk
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
Vegetables and Gnocchi
  • 4 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 pound gnocchi Frozen gnocchi can be used directly

Method
 

Preparation and Cooking
  1. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chicken thighs to the pot and cook for 5-6 minutes per side or until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, add diced onion and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion turns translucent.
  4. Stir in Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes, cooking for an additional minute for the spices to release their flavors.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Add the cooked chicken back to the pot.
  6. Lower the heat and let the soup simmer for about 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  7. Stir in the heavy cream and sun-dried tomatoes. Mix well and allow the soup to simmer for an extra 5 minutes.
  8. Add the fresh spinach and gnocchi to the pot. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the gnocchi floats to the top.
  9. Remove the pot from heat and ladle the soup into bowls. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in Italian seasoning for a couple of hours before cooking. Store the soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.