Description
Indulge in the warmth of winter with our Creamy Winter Lemon Chicken Gnocchi Soup. This delightful dish combines tender chicken, fluffy gnocchi, and the zesty brightness of lemon in a rich, creamy broth that’s perfect for chilly evenings. With the addition of fresh kale and Parmesan cheese, each bowl offers a comforting blend of flavors that will satisfy your family or guests. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy night in, this soup is sure to become a favorite staple.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs organic chicken breasts
- 16 oz potato gnocchi
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 5 cups chicken stock
- 1 lemon (zest and juice)
- 2 cups chopped kale
- Fresh thyme sprigs
- Garlic cloves
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, cooking until golden brown (5–7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, melt butter and sauté minced garlic with thyme for about 1 minute.
- Add flour, stirring continuously for about 1 minute before whisking in chicken stock until smooth.
- Return sliced chicken to the pot along with lemon slices, lemon juice, gnocchi, and kale. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat; stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until melted. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg