Creamy Tomato Chicken Gnocchi Soup

4.8 from 13 votes

Recipe by Danelle

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Posted January 16, 2021Last Updated October 28, 2024

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A creamy tomato based broth is loaded with gnocchi pasta and tender chicken in this easy and heartwarming soup.

I always have the ingredients for a few quick and easy soup recipes on hand, and this Creamy Tomato Chicken Gnocchi Soup is one I’m always prepared to make.

If you asked my family what their favorite pasta is, it would probably be a toss-up between orzo and gnocchi, so you can bet they all love this one.

I use the vacuum packed gnocchi in this recipe (and in most recipes calling for gnocchi). It’s easy to keep on hand because much like regular pasta, it lasts forever.

But if you want it to last even longer, you can even keep it in the freezer. I love that gnocchi has the taste of fresh pasta, but with a much longer shelf-life. It’s very much a pantry staple at our house.

And on a chilly day, nothing hits the spot like this cozy gnocchi and chicken filled soup, served with a warm loaf of crusty homemade bread.

This is the kind of soup that lends itself well to all sorts of additions, especially vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, mushrooms or spinach. I usually leave it as is, because I know everyone will eat it sans veggies.

But feel free to make additions and adaptations. If you really want to switch things up, you can swap out the chicken for some cooked, crumbled Italian sausage.

Best of all, this soup comes together in about 20 minutes, so it’s something I can throw together on a busy week night. Or better yet, have my husband or one of my boys whip up a pot.

I like to finish this soup off with a sprinkle of freshly chopped basil and a tablespoon or two of grated Parmesan cheese.

This Creamy Tomato Chicken Gnocchi Soup is so quick, easy and delicious, once you’ve tried it, it’s sure to become a regular meal!

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Here’s what you’ll need to make Creamy Tomato Chicken Gnocchi Soup

Olive oil
Produce: garlic, green onions, fresh basil
Jarred pasta sauce
Chicken broth
Gnocchi
Chicken
Cream
Parmesan cheese
Spices: red pepper flakes, salt and pepper

Creamy Tomato Chicken Gnocchi Soup

A creamy tomato based broth is loaded with gnocchi pasta and tender chicken in this easy and heartwarming soup.

4.77 from 13 votes

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Course: Soups

Cuisine: Italian

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 25

Total Time: 35

Servings: 8 servings

Calories: 555kcal

Author: Danelle

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic minced
2-3 green onions chopped
1 24 oz. jar pasta sauce
3 cups chicken broth
2 pounds gnocchi
3 cups cooked shredded chicken
2 cups heavy cream
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Pinch of red pepper flakes
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped fresh basil for garnish

Equipment

Dutch Oven
Soup Bowls
Parmesan Cheese Grater
Pyrex Measuting Cups

Instructions

Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the garlic and green onion and sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
Stir in the pasta sauce and chicken broth. Bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, stir in the gnocchi and chicken. Cook, stirring occasionally, until gnocchi is tender, 6-8 minutes.
Stir in cream and Parmesan cheese and cook until heated through. Stir in red pepper flakes, and salt and pepper, to taste. Garnish with freshly chopped basil before serving, if desired.