Simple Marry Me Chicken Gnocchi Soup is the kind of soul-warming, creamy one-pot meal that turns any evening into a comfort-food celebration. Inspired by the wildly popular “Marry Me Chicken,” this version swaps the skillet for a soup pot and adds pillowy gnocchi to soak up every last drop of its rich, parmesan-kissed broth.
Whether you’re serving family dinner or meal prepping for the week, this soup will steal hearts—and maybe even a few marriage proposals.
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Why You’ll Love This Soup
- 💍 Inspired by viral “Marry Me” flavors
- 🍲 One-pot meal, perfect for busy nights
- 🧄 Bursting with flavor: garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, herbs
- 🧀 Rich, creamy, and perfectly cheesy
- 🥬 Packed with kale and protein-rich chicken
- 🕒 Ready in under an hour
🧂 Ingredients
- 1½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed), drained and chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
- 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups chopped kale or spinach
- ¾ cup grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil, optional garnish
🔥 Instructions
1. Sear the Chicken
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Sear for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden. Remove from pot and set aside.
2. Sauté Aromatics
In the same pot, add diced onion and sauté for 3 minutes. Add garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Cook another minute until fragrant.
3. Simmer
Add sun-dried tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil. Return chicken to the pot and reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15–20 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.
4. Shred Chicken
Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return it to the pot.
5. Add Gnocchi & Cream
Stir in gnocchi and heavy cream. Simmer uncovered for 4–5 minutes until gnocchi floats and softens.
6. Finish the Soup
Add chopped kale and parmesan. Stir until wilted and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning.
7. Serve
Ladle into bowls and top with fresh basil or extra cheese if desired.
🧀 Substitutions & Variations
- Dairy-free: Use coconut cream + dairy-free parmesan
- More veggies: Add mushrooms or roasted red peppers
- No gnocchi? Use tortellini, small pasta, or cauliflower gnocchi
- Spicy twist: Add ½ tsp smoked paprika or more red chili flakes
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- With a side of crusty sourdough or garlic bread
- Topped with extra parmesan and cracked black pepper
- As a main course with a simple green salad
🧊 Storage & Reheating
- Fridge: Store leftovers up to 4 days
- Freezer: Freeze before adding gnocchi for best texture (up to 2 months)
- Reheat: Gently warm on stovetop; add broth if it thickens too much
Simple Marry Me Chicken Gnocchi Soup
Equipment
- – Dutch oven or soup pot
- Whisk
- Ladle
Ingredients
- – 1½ lbs chicken breasts or thighs
- – 2 tbsp olive oil
- – ½ yellow onion diced
- – 4 garlic cloves minced
- – 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- – ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- – ½ tsp salt
- – ¼ tsp pepper
- – ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- – 4 cups chicken broth
- – 1 cup heavy cream
- – 16 oz gnocchi
- – 2 cups chopped kale or spinach
- – ¾ cup grated parmesan
- – Fresh basil for garnish optional
Instructions
- Sear seasoned chicken in olive oil. Set aside.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and spices.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes and broth. Simmer chicken 15–20 min.
- Shred chicken and return to pot.
- Stir in gnocchi and cream. Simmer 5 min.
- Add kale and parmesan. Stir until wilted and creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished as desired.
Notes
– Coconut cream + DF parmesan = dairy-free
– Freeze before adding gnocchi for best texture
❓ FAQs
Can I use rotisserie chicken?
Absolutely! Add shredded rotisserie chicken in step 4 and reduce simmer time.
Will the gnocchi get mushy?
It holds up well for a few days. If freezing, add fresh gnocchi after thawing.
Can I make it gluten-free?
Yes! Use gluten-free gnocchi or cauliflower gnocchi.