Can I freeze this soup?

Ah, the eternal question! Sadly, I don't recommend freezing—those lovely gnocchi turn into little sponges and lose their pillowy texture. But good news! It keeps beautifully in the fridge for 3 days, and leftovers taste even better as flavors mingle. For meal planning , I sometimes double the base (chicken and broth), then add fresh gnocchi when reheating portions.

Can I use frozen spinach instead of fresh?

Absolutely! Just thaw and squeeze out excess water first (a clean kitchen towel works great). I’ve used half a 10-oz block of frozen spinach with perfect results—it blends right into that creamy broth. Bonus? Frozen spinach makes this set and forget dinner even easier!

How do I make it gluten-free?

Super simple—just swap regular gnocchi for gluten-free potato gnocchi (find them in the pasta aisle or refrigerated section). All other ingredients are naturally GF! My celiac friend swears by this tweak—says it’s her favorite comfort soup recipe . Just double-check your broth and sun-dried tomatoes for hidden gluten.

Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?

Oh yes, and some days I prefer them! Thighs stay ultra-juicy and add richer flavor. Just trim excess fat and keep everything else the same—they’ll shred like a dream after 6 hours on low. Perfect for those who love deep, savory notes in their creamy chicken gnocchi .

What if my slow cooker runs hot?

Mine does too! If you’re worried about the cream separating, try adding it in the last hour of cooking. Or stir in a dollop of cream cheese at the end—it melts smoothly and gives that same luscious texture. Either way, you’ll still get that swoon-worthy weeknight slow cooker magic!

1-Pot Marry Me Chicken Gnocchi Soup - Rich & Creamy Comfort

Slow Cooker Marry Me Chicken Gnocchi Soup

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A creamy, comforting soup with tender chicken and pillowy gnocchi, perfect for busy weeknights.

Author: Sophia Collins
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 10 min
Yield: 6 servings 1x
Category: Dinner
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: Italian-American
Diet: Low Lactose

Ingredients

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1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 (16 oz) package potato gnocchi
2 cups baby spinach
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp sun-dried tomatoes, chopped

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Instructions

Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
Add chicken broth, heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, basil, salt, and pepper.
Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
Shred chicken with forks.
Stir in gnocchi, spinach, Parmesan, and sun-dried tomatoes.
Cover and cook on high for 15-20 minutes until gnocchi is tender.

Notes

Use gluten-free gnocchi if needed.
Add extra broth if soup thickens too much.
For meal planning, double the recipe and freeze leftovers.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 420
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 120mg

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