Description
Warm up this winter with our Creamy Winter Lemon Chicken Gnocchi Soup, a delightful blend of tender chicken, fluffy gnocchi, and the bright zest of lemon in a creamy broth. This comforting dish is perfect for cozy nights in or family gatherings, delivering warmth and satisfaction in every spoonful. With a preparation time of just 10 minutes, it’s an easy choice for busy weeknights. Enjoy the burst of flavor from garlic and fresh herbs while adding a nutritious boost with kale. Whether served in bowls or bread bowls, this soup is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs organic chicken breasts
- 1 (16 oz) package potato gnocchi
- 5 cups organic chicken stock
- 1 lemon (zest and juice)
- 1 ½ cups organic heavy cream
- 2 cups organic kale, chopped
- 2 Tbsps extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- black pepper to taste
- 2 Tbsps unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 fresh thyme sprigs
- 2 tsps On Everything All-Purpose Blend
- 4 Tbsps organic all-purpose flour
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook until golden brown on both sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, melt butter and sauté minced garlic and thyme for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add flour while stirring to create a roux, then gradually whisk in chicken stock until smooth. Bring to a simmer.
- Return the chicken to the pot along with gnocchi, cooking until the gnocchi floats (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in heavy cream, chopped kale, lemon juice, and zest; simmer for another 3-5 minutes until heated through.
- Ladle into bowls and enjoy warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg