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Home » Recipes » Creamy broccoli chicken gnocchi soup

Creamy broccoli chicken gnocchi soup

September 19, 2019 by Alida Ryder 14 Comments

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Creamy broccoli chicken gnocchi soup with shredded chicken and potato gnocchi is delicious, warming and the ultimate winter comfort food.

Creamy broccoli chicken gnocchi soup

When it’s cold outside, there’s just nothing better than a bowl filled with warm soup. And let me tell you, this creamy broccoli chicken gnocchi soup is the kind of comfort food you’ll crave all too often once you try it.

Gnocchi in soup is not something I’ve actually ever thought of but the moment I made and tasted this soup I knew it was a genius idea. Not only does the gnocchi add creaminess to the soup, the little potato dumplings also soak up all the flavors, making each bite a delight.

This soup will also be great in a slow cooker/crock pot. However, because it doesn’t take incredibly long to cook I just make it on the stove in a big pot. And word to the wise: double up on this recipe because the leftovers make the very best lunch the next day!

Creamy broccoli chicken gnocchi soup

How to make chicken gnocchi soup?

Start by cooking onions, celery, garlic and the chopped stalks of the broccoli in butter until soft and fragrant. Add chicken stock/bone broth and the chicken breasts. Poach the breasts until cooked then remove and shred with two forks. Return the chicken to the stock with the broccoli florets, cooked gnocchi and cream and allow to simmer until the broccoli is tender. Season to taste and serve.

Can you freeze chicken gnocchi soup?

Yes, you definitely can. Cook the soup as per the instructions then freeze in freezer-safe dishes/containers. Remove the soup a day ahead then allow to thaw in the fridge. Pour the thawed soup into a large pot and bring up to heat before serving. For best results, leave the gnocchi and cream out of the soup before freezing then just add as you re-heat the thawed soup as frozen cream can sometimes cause soup/sauces to split.

Creamy broccoli chicken gnocchi soup

Can  you put gnocchi soup in a slow cooker?

Definitely! Put all the ingredients except for the broccoli florets, gnocchi and cream in the slow cooker/crock pot and cook on high for 3 hours, low for 8 hours. Shred the chicken then add the broccoli florets, gnocchi and cream and allow to cook on high for another 45 minutes-1 hour or until the broccoli is cooked.

How do you make gnocchi from scratch?

Gnocchi is very simple to make. Cooked, mashed potato is combined with flour, egg and salt and kneaded into a smooth dough before being rolled and cut into gnocchi. Homemade gnocchi is delicious with simple sauces but in soup it is best to use shop-bought gnocchi as it is firmer and will hold its shape better. (Try my Parmesan gnocchi for a delicious homemade recipe)

How do you cook packaged gnocchi?

Similarly to pasta, gnocchi is cooked in a big pot of salted boiling water. Once the water comes to a boil, carefully add the gnocchi and allow to cook until the gnocchi begins to float to the surface. Once they are floating, they are cooked. Remove with a slotted spoon and add to the sauce of your choice.

Creamy broccoli chicken gnocchi soup

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Creamy broccoli chicken gnocchi soup

Creamy broccoli chicken gnocchi soup

Creamy broccoli chicken gnocchi soup with shredded chicken and potato gnocchi is delicious, warming and the ultimate winter comfort food. 
4.42 from 17 votes
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Course: Comfort food, Dinner, Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken gnocchi soup, Gnocchi soup, soup
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 317kcal
Author: Alida Ryder

Ingredients

  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 2 small leeks washed and finely chopped
  • 2 celery sticks finely chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves thinly sliced/crushed
  • 3 cups broccoli stalks removed and finely chopped
  • 6 cups/1.5liters chicken stock/bone broth
  • 4 chicken breasts skinless, boneless
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 500 g gnocchi cooked
  • ½ cup cream
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • lemon juice to taste

Instructions

  • Melt a tablespoon of butter with a tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot then add the onion, leek, celery, broccoli stalks and garlic. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Sauté until soft, fragrant and starting to brown then add the stock/broth, chicken breasts and bay leaves. Cover and allow to simmer gently until the chicken is cooked. Remove the chicken from the soup and shred with two forks. In the meantime, cook the gnocchi in a large pot of salted water. 
  • Add the shredded chicken back to the soup with the cooked gnocchi, broccoli florets and cream. Allow to simmer until broccoli is cooked then season with salt, pepper and lemon juice before serving. 

Nutrition

Calories: 317kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 404mg | Potassium: 506mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 660IU | Vitamin C: 43.9mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 3.7mg
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  1. Lorrie Staples-Ellis

    November 29, 2019 at 7:32 PM

    Has anyone tried putting in any type of cheese? I have 3 kids under 10 to feed and I think they will like it “as-is”, but I was originally looking on Pintrest for a recipe like this with cheese, like broccoli and cheese. Did anyone do that and what kind of cheese worked? I’m going to go look at the plain broccoli cheese soups and probably put in something like Velveeta, but wanted to ask if someone already succeeded at it. (Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, right? )

    Thank you for posting this recipe!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      November 30, 2019 at 8:41 AM

      You could definitely add a cup of cheese once taken off the heat.

      Reply
  2. Nancy

    July 29, 2019 at 9:55 PM

    Alida, this is Nancy again made this soup today! I made the Gnocchi homemade! It was so delicious!I will make it again.

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      August 1, 2019 at 11:34 AM

      I am so happy to hear that Nancy. Love the idea of using homemade gnocchi!

      Reply
  3. Genevieve

    November 14, 2018 at 8:20 AM

    This was so comforting. Loved it.

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      November 14, 2018 at 8:30 AM

      So happy you liked it!

      Reply
  4. Nancy

    October 29, 2018 at 5:24 PM

    I used leftover roast chicken from our Sunday dinner and my family couldn’t get enough. Definitely a great addition to our monthly menu.

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      October 29, 2018 at 7:23 PM

      Delicious! 🙂

      Reply
  5. Sam

    October 29, 2018 at 5:22 PM

    Honestly the best soup I’ve ever made. The gnocchi is such a surprising but delicious addition! 5 stars!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      October 29, 2018 at 7:23 PM

      That’s so great to hear! 🙂

      Reply
  6. Justine

    October 23, 2018 at 8:13 AM

    This soup looks SO great!

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    • Alida Ryder

      October 23, 2018 at 8:17 AM

      Thanks Justine!

      Reply
  7. Christine

    October 23, 2018 at 8:13 AM

    This soup was delicious. Loved the gnocchi!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      October 23, 2018 at 8:17 AM

      Thanks Christine! 🙂

      Reply

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