Creamy chicken gnocchi soup ✨🍂 #recipe #fallrecipes #soup #souprecipe

Ingredients Chicken 1 lb boneless chicken breast, shredded 2 tsp garlic powder 2 tsp onion powder 2 tsp oregano 1 tsp basil 1 tsp thyme (optional) 1 tsp smoked paprika 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper 2 tsp olive oil (for marinade) 1 tbsp butter (cooking) 1 tbsp olive oil (cooking) Soup 16oz gnocchi 1 cup carrots, diced 2 celery stalks, diced 1 yellow onion, diced 6 garlic cloves, minced 4 cups chicken stock 2 cups whole milk 1 1/2 cup heavy cream 2 oz cream cheese 1/4 cup flour 2 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp flour 1/2 tbsp chicken bouillon paste (optional) 2 cups spinach, chopped 2 tsp garlic powder 2 tsp onion powder 1 tsp oregano 1 tsp basil 1/2 tsp thyme 1/2 tsp nutmeg Salt and pepper to taste Bacon (for garnish) Parsley(for garnish) Instructions In a large pan heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pot and set it aside. In a large Dutch oven add olive oil and butter. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften. Add the minced garlic stir for one minute until fragrant. Add flour and mix until well combined Pour in the chicken broth, and chicken bouillon paste stirring to combine. Add milk, heavy cream, and stir until well combined. Add cream cheese and mix well until creamy and melted. Add in spices (garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, nutmeg, basil, and oregano.) Season to taste, add more or less. Add shredded chicken, chopped spinach, and mix until well combined. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Let it cook for about 25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Stir in the cooked gnocchi , mix well and serve soup and garnish with parsley, Parmesan cheese, bacon bits, and pepper flakes. Enjoy!