Slow Cooker Chicken Gnocchi Soup
September 12, 2024
This creamy, comforting soup is the perfect easy meal for a cold winter day.
SERVINGS
8
PREP TIME
10 min
COOK TIME
4-5 hr high or 6-8 hr low
Ingredients
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1pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
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2cups chopped onions, celery and carrots*
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1-2teaspoons dried basil
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1-2teaspoons Italian seasoning
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1teaspoon poultry seasoning
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4cups chicken broth
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2tablespoons cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons water
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24ounces evaporated milk
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2(1-pound) packages potato gnocchi (about 4 cups)
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6slices bacon, cooked and chopped or crumbled
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2-3cloves garlic, minced
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5ounces fresh baby spinach
Directions
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1
Place the chicken, vegetables, garlic, basil, Italian seasoning, poultry seasoning, salt and broth in a slow cooker.
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2
Cover and cook on high for 4 to 5 hours or low for 6 to 8 hours.
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3
Shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker or in a separate bowl and add back into the slow cooker.
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4
Add the cornstarch mixture, evaporated milk, gnocchi, bacon and spinach. Stir and replace cover. Cook for an additional 45 minutes to 1 hour.
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5
If needed, gradually stir in up to 1 cup water.
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6
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
*Save time with L&B mirepoix in our produce section.
Recipe source: Pinch of Yum