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Rustic bowl of creamy chicken gnocchi soup

Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

Soup
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 16 oz potato gnocchi
  • 2 cups fresh spinach chopped

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a 6-quart slow cooker, add the chicken breasts, diced onion, shredded carrots, minced garlic, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  2. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
  3. Remove the chicken breasts and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and cornstarch until smooth. Stir the cream mixture into the slow cooker.
  5. Add the potato gnocchi and chopped fresh spinach. Cover and cook on HIGH for another 30 minutes, or until the soup has thickened and the gnocchi are tender and pillowy.
  6. Stir gently, taste for seasoning, and serve immediately.