Description
Indulge in the cozy warmth of our Creamy Winter Lemon Chicken Gnocchi Soup. This delightful dish combines juicy chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a refreshing lemon twist, creating the perfect comfort food for chilly evenings. With a rich and creamy base, this soup is not only satisfying but also packed with nutritious ingredients like kale, making it a wholesome choice for family dinners or solo indulgence. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe ensures you can enjoy a hearty meal without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs organic chicken breasts
- 2 Tbsps extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lemon (sliced thin and juice)
- 1 (16 oz.) package potato gnocchi
- 5 cups organic chicken stock
- 1 1/2 cups organic heavy cream
- 2 cups organic kale, chopped
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, cooking for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and shred once cooled.
- In the same pot, melt butter and sauté minced garlic and thyme until fragrant.
- Stir in flour for about 2 minutes before gradually adding chicken stock while whisking to avoid lumps.
- Bring to a gentle boil and add gnocchi; cook until they float (about 5 minutes). Add chopped kale and stir until wilted.
- Incorporate shredded chicken back into the pot along with cream, lemon juice, and zest. Stir until heated through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg