Description
Indulge in a creamy, comforting bowl of Chicken Gnocchi Soup without any dairy! This rich and hearty soup is loaded with tender rotisserie chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a medley of vegetables, all simmered in a luscious, non-dairy cream base. Perfect for chilly days and cozy nights!
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3/4 cup onion, chopped
- 3/4 cup bell pepper, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups heavy non-dairy cream (e.g., coconut milk, Country Crock Non-Dairy Heavy Cream, Silk Dairy-Free Heavy Cream, or Plant-Based Heavy Cream)
- 1 lb gnocchi
- 1 1/4 cups frozen peas and carrots
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 5 lb rotisserie chicken, diced
- 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp chicken bouillon
- 1 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Garnish: Fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics – In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, warm the olive oil. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper, cooking until softened (about 5 minutes). Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant (2-3 minutes).
- Build the Base – Reduce the heat to medium, then add butter. Once melted, sprinkle in the flour and stir until the mixture becomes clumpy.
- Simmer to Perfection – Gradually pour in the chicken broth, stirring to dissolve any lumps. Let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes until it thickens. Add the diced rotisserie chicken and stir well.
- Enhance the Flavor – Stir in the peas, carrots, garlic powder, onion powder, chicken bouillon, dried thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the Gnocchi – Add the gnocchi directly into the soup. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with a tablespoon of soup liquid, then stir it back into the pot to help thicken.
- Let It Simmer – Cover the pot and allow the soup to simmer for at least 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Final Touch – Stir in the non-dairy cream and mix well. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For extra thickness, add an additional 1 tbsp of cornstarch mixed with soup liquid.
- Swap out rotisserie chicken for cooked shredded chicken breast for a leaner version.
- Experiment with different non-dairy creams to find your perfect flavor balance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American