How to Make the Best Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup at Home(Simple & Flavorful)

There’s something incredibly comforting about a bowl of creamy chicken gnocchi soup simmering on the stove. It’s the kind of recipe that fills the entire home with warmth long before the first spoonful is served. For many people, this soup carries a sense of nostalgia, maybe from a family restaurant, a cozy winter night, or a moment in life where something simple and warm made everything feel a little more manageable.

When I make this soup, I’m always reminded of how food has a magical way of creating pause. The chopping of vegetables, the gentle sizzle of butter, and the steam rising from the pot feel like a small reminder to slow down. Even on the busiest days, this recipe brings grounding, comfort, and a feeling of taking care of the people you love.

Gnocchi has a way of making any soup feel special, soft, pillowy, and satisfying, almost like tiny dumplings that soak up the creamy broth. Paired with rotisserie chicken, which adds incredible flavor with almost no effort, this dish becomes a perfect combination of ease and heartiness. By the time the spinach wilts and the Parmesan melts into the broth, it turns into the kind of meal everyone gathers around for, even before you call them to the table.

Recipe Steps :

Step-1 :

Melt the butter in a large Dutch oven. Add onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring with a Cuisinart Silicone Spatula, though any spatula works fine.

Step-2 :

Add garlic, bouillon, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Stir for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step-3 :

Sprinkle the flour and stir well. Cook 2 minutes until lightly golden.

Step-4 :

Pour in chicken stock and stir. Add fresh thyme and chicken. Cover and bring to a boil using whatever pot you have—though a Lodge Cast Iron Dutch Oven holds heat beautifully.

Step-5 :

Add heavy cream, milk, and gnocchi. Stir and boil 5–10 minutes until the gnocchi floats. A KitchenAid Classic Whisk helps incorporate the dairy smoothly but any whisk is fine.

Step-6 :

Reduce heat to low. Add Parmesan and spinach. Simmer 1 minute until wilted. Serve warm.