A comforting and creamy soup featuring tender chicken, fluffy gnocchi, and fresh spinach, perfect for a cozy meal.
Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Ensure the butter does not brown to maintain a smooth flavor.
Add the chopped celery, onion, carrot, and minced garlic to the saucepan. Sauté until the vegetables are softened.
Stir frequently to prevent the garlic from burning.
Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed vegetables and stir well to coat. Cook for a few minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
Cooking the flour ensures the soup thickens properly without a floury taste.
Gradually pour in the heavy cream, milk, and chicken broth, stirring constantly to combine.
Adding the liquids slowly helps prevent lumps from forming.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low.
A gentle boil ensures the soup thickens evenly.
Stir in the shredded chicken, spinach, gnocchi, rosemary, black pepper, and salt. Simmer until the gnocchi are tender.
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed during this step.
Serve the soup hot, garnished with additional black pepper if desired.
Pair with crusty bread or garlic breadsticks for a complete meal.