This creamy crockpot chicken gnocchi soup combines juicy shredded chicken, tender gnocchi, savory bacon, and fresh spinach in a comforting broth thickened with evaporated milk and a cornstarch slurry. It's a no-fuss, family-friendly meal perfect for cozy nights.
3tablespoonscornstarchdissolved in 2 tablespoons water
24ozevaporated milktwo 12-ounce cans
32ozgnocchitwo 1-pound packages (about 4 cups)
6slicesbaconcooked and crumbled
2–3clovesgarlicminced
2cupsbaby spinachfresh
Instructions
Instructions
Add chicken breasts, mirepoix, basil, Italian seasoning, poultry seasoning, and salt to the crockpot.
Pour in chicken broth. Stir gently if desired.
Cover and cook on high for 4 hours (or low for 6–8 hours) until chicken is fully cooked.
Remove chicken and shred it. Return shredded chicken to the pot.
Stir in cornstarch slurry and evaporated milk. Add gnocchi on top and cook on high for another 30 minutes.
In a skillet, crisp bacon, sauté garlic and spinach until wilted, then stir into soup. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Notes
This soup refrigerates well for up to 4 days, or freeze portions separately for longer storage. Reheat gently to preserve texture. Great with crusty bread!