Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup: The Ultimate Comfort Meal
A rich and creamy chicken gnocchi soup made effortlessly in your slow cooker, perfect for chilly evenings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 16 ounces potato gnocchi
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a slow cooker, add the chicken, onion, garlic, carrots, chicken broth, thyme, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours, until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the slow cooker.
- Add the gnocchi and spinach, along with the heavy cream, and stir well.
- Cook for an additional 30 minutes on high until gnocchi is tender.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For added flavor, consider sautéing the onion and garlic before adding them to the slow cooker.
- Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro before serving.