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Chicken Gnocchi Soup with Bacon and Herbs

This chicken gnocchi soup features tender chunks of chicken, pillowy gnocchi, crispy bacon bits, and a creamy broth infused with fresh herbs and garlic. The dish is simmered until flavors meld and the soup develops a velvety, hearty texture with a golden topping of bacon and herbs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups diced cooked chicken preferably shredded after cooking
  • 4 slices bacon cooked until crispy and crumbled
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth preferably low sodium
  • 1 cup milk for creaminess
  • 1 cup cream heavy cream, optional for extra richness
  • 1 package gnocchi fresh or frozen
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or fresh thyme if available
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Large soup pot
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Cook the bacon in a large soup pot over medium heat until crispy, then remove and crumble it; set aside.
  2. Add olive oil to the same pot and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant and just starting to turn golden.
  3. Stir in the dried thyme and cook for another minute to release the herbs' aroma.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and milk, then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
  5. Add the cooked chicken and season with salt and pepper. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes to meld the flavors.
  6. Gently stir in the gnocchi and cook according to package instructions, usually about 3-4 minutes, until they float and are tender.
  7. Pour in the heavy cream (if using) and stir to create a rich, creamy texture in the soup.
  8. Taste and adjust with additional salt and pepper as needed.
  9. Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish generously with the crispy bacon bits and fresh herbs if desired.
  10. Serve immediately, enjoying the comforting aroma and creamy, hearty texture of each spoonful.

Notes

For added flavor, consider garnishing with grated Parmesan or a squeeze of lemon for brightness.