Creamy Crockpot Chicken Gnocchi Soup
Cozy up with a bowl of Creamy Crockpot Chicken Gnocchi Soup, a delightful blend of tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and fluffy gnocchi simmered in a rich, creamy broth. This comforting dish is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, allowing you to set it and forget it while your slow cooker does all the work. With its easy preparation and customizable ingredients, this soup is sure to become a cherished staple in your kitchen. Enjoy each spoonful of this luscious soup that feels like a warm hug on a chilly day!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 and 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 3–4 medium carrots (peeled and chopped)
- 1–2 stalks celery (chopped)
- 1/2 medium onion (chopped)
- 4–5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken stock or broth
- 1 cup cream or half and half
- 1 pound potato gnocchi
- 3 cups baby spinach
- Salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Place chicken, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper into the slow cooker.
- Pour in chicken stock and gently stir. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken directly in the pot using two forks.
- In a small bowl, whisk cream with cornstarch until smooth; stir into the slow cooker along with gnocchi and spinach.
- Cover and cook on high for another 30-45 minutes until heated through.
- Adjust consistency if needed by mixing additional cornstarch with water.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as desired before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg