Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup (Instant Pot)
Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup (Instant Pot)
Ingredients
2–3 chicken breasts, seasoned with salt and pepper
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup carrots, chopped
1 cup onion, diced
1 cup celery, chopped
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
2 teaspoons garlic paste (or 3 garlic cloves, minced)
1 pint heavy cream, room temperature
1 package gnocchi
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Instructions
1. Place the seasoned chicken breasts into the Instant Pot. Add all of the chicken broth. Secure the lid and Pressure Cook (High) for 20 minutes.
2. Carefully release the pressure. Remove the chicken from the pot, shred it, and set aside.
3. Add the carrots, onion, celery, thyme, rosemary, and garlic to the Instant Pot. Stir to combine.
4. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
5. Secure the lid and cook on Pressure Cook (High) for 15 minutes.
6. Carefully release the pressure and remove the lid. Stir in the room-temperature heavy cream and adjust seasoning as needed.
7. Secure the lid again and Pressure Cook (High) for 5 minutes.
8. Release the pressure, remove the lid, and add the gnocchi.
9. Secure the lid and Pressure Cook for a final 5 minutes.
10. Release pressure, stir, and serve warm.
If you're looking to make a warm, comforting meal with minimal effort, Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup cooked in an Instant Pot is an excellent choice. Using an Instant Pot significantly reduces cooking time while infusing the soup with flavor. This recipe calls for basic ingredients such as chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper, a medley of vegetables like carrots, onion, and celery, and aromatic herbs including dried thyme and rosemary. Garlic paste or minced garlic enhances the savory profile further. The step-by-step pressure cooking not only cooks the chicken thoroughly but also melds the broth with vegetables and herbs to create a rich base. After shredding the chicken and returning it to the pot, adding heavy cream at room temperature is key to achieving that luscious, velvety soup texture without curdling. Finally, adding gnocchi and cooking it under pressure helps the dumplings absorb the flavors while becoming perfectly tender. This soup is versatile—you can substitute dried herbs with fresh ones, or add leafy greens such as spinach for extra nutrition. Serving it with crusty bread or a simple salad makes a complete meal. Moreover, this recipe is highly convenient for batch cooking; leftovers reheat well and the flavors deepen overnight. For those new to cooking gnocchi in an Instant Pot, it’s important to consider the gnocchi package instructions as cooking time may vary. However, five minutes under pressure is usually sufficient. You can also experiment by swapping heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut milk for different creaminess levels or dietary preferences. Overall, this Instant Pot Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup recipe is perfect for home cooks seeking a hearty, flavorful dish with ease. It’s a great way to enjoy homemade comfort food without spending hours in the kitchen.
