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A Bowl of Comfort: Dairy-Free Chicken Gnocchi Soup

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!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

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

Method
 

  1. 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).
  2. Build the Base – Reduce the heat to medium, then add butter. Once melted, sprinkle in the flour and stir until the mixture becomes clumpy.
  3. 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.
  4. Enhance the Flavor – Stir in the peas, carrots, garlic powder, onion powder, chicken bouillon, dried thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  5. 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.
  6. Let It Simmer – Cover the pot and allow the soup to simmer for at least 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  7. 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.

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