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Chicken Gnocchi Soup

Name: Chicken Gnocchi Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter (Source: 3 tablespoons butter); 3/4 cup onion (chopped) (Source: 3/4 cup onion (chopped)); 3/4 cup celery (sliced) (Source: 3/4 cup celery (sliced)); 3 tablespoons all purpose flour (Source: 3 tablespoons all purpose flour); 2 teaspoons minced garlic (Source: 2 teaspoons minced garlic); 3 cups cooked chicken (cut into 3/4 inch pieces) (Source: 3 cups cooked chicken (cut into 3/4 inch pieces)); 3/4 cup shredded carrots (Source: 3/4 cup shredded carrots); 16 ounces gnocchi (Source: 16 ounces gnocchi); 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (Source: 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning); 1 1/2 cups baby spinach leaves (Source: 1 1/2 cups baby spinach leaves); 3 cups chicken broth (Source: 3 cups chicken broth); 2 cups half and half (Source: 2 cups half and half); 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (Source: 2 tablespoons chopped parsley); As Needed salt (Source seasoning: salt and pepper to taste); As Needed Black pepper (Source seasoning: salt and pepper to taste)

Chicken Gnocchi Soup is made with cooked chicken, chicken broth, and gnocchi.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 30 min
Original yield: Serves 6
Ingredients: 15 listed

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SoupsItalianMain courseChickenPrep: 15 minutes or lessTotal: 30 minutes or lessSoups & stews

Recipe categories & planning details

Meal type: Main course
Primary protein: Chicken
Cuisine: Italian
Preparation & total time: Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: 30 minutes or less
Dish type: Soups · Soups & stews

A few quick notes

1. Keep the simmering stage

Follow the simmering heat, timing and finish checks that are given.

2. Prepare the finishing addition

Have the final topping or garnish ready for its specified step.

Get to know the ingredients

onion (chopped)

In the method: Add the onions and celery and cook for 5-6 minutes or until softened.

celery (sliced)

In the method: Add the onions and celery and cook for 5-6 minutes or until softened.

minced garlic

In the method: Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.

The last little job

Finish as directed

Sprinkle the parsley over the top, then serve.

A few questions you might have

What should I prepare first?

Set out the pot. Start with this step: Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.

Which preparation step should I plan for?

Follow the simmering heat, timing and finish checks that are given.

What check should I look for as it cooks?

Cook for 5-7 minutes or until soup has thickened and spinach is wilted.

How do I plan the ingredient amounts?

This version serves 6. Use the ingredient amounts listed for that yield. If you change the number of portions, check equipment and the full method as well as the shopping quantities.

Storage & reheating safety

For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.

These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures

Recipe source: dinneratthezoo.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.

Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.

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