11 Must-Try Gnocchi Soup Recipes!

Is there anything more comforting than a warm bowl of soup? Actually, yes! A warm bowl of soup loaded with pillowy, tender gnocchi. These 11 gnocchi soup recipes bring hearty flavors, creamy textures, and a little Italian flair to your dinner table, and best of all, they’re super easy to prepare. For all of these recipes, we’ll be using a pre-made packet of gnocchi that you can pick up in almost every grocery store. It’s one of my favorite weeknight hacks for a quick but impressive and satisfying meal, and I almost always have some in my fridge ready for those evenings when I need a fuss-free dinner. Whether you’re looking for something classic, indulgent, or veggie-packed, these recipes have all the inspiration you need. Let’s get straight down to it… 

1. Gnocchi Zuppa Toscana

This creamy, dreamy Zuppa Toscana takes the classic Tuscan soup to the next level with gnocchi replacing the usual potatoes. It’s a real warming bowl of comfort, and it’s great for chilly winter days. 

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 1 lb Italian sausage
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 3 cups baby spinach
• 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, cook sausage until browned. Drain excess fat.
2. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Stir in gnocchi and cook for 3–4 minutes.
3. Lower heat, stir in cream and spinach, and gently simmer until hot and the spinach has wilted. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes before serving.

2. Italian Sausage and Kale Gnocchi Soup

This savory soup combines hearty sausage, vibrant kale, and tender gnocchi for a comforting and wholesome meal.

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 1 lb Italian sausage
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups kale, chopped
• 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
• 1 cup heavy cream

Instructions:

1. Brown sausage in a large pot. Add onion and sauté until softened.
2. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in kale and gnocchi.
3. Add cream and simmer for 5 minutes. Serve with crusty bread.

3. Chicken Gnocchi Soup

Think of this as the ultimate comfort food: creamy chicken soup with fluffy gnocchi and fresh veggies! Perfect if you’re feeling a little under the weather and want something hot and cozy. 

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken breast, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
• 1 cup heavy cream

Instructions:

1. Sauté chicken, onion, and carrots in a large pot until chicken is cooked through.
2. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Stir in gnocchi and cook for 3 minutes.
3. Reduce heat, stir in cream, and simmer for 5 minutes.

4. Creamy Marry Me Chicken Gnocchi Soup

Rich, indulgent, and absolutely irresistible, this creamy soup features tender chicken and gnocchi in a sun-dried tomato cream sauce. I was inspired to make this dish after marry me chicken went viral on TikTok and I wanted to try some new spins on the classic – it didn’t disappoint! 

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken thighs, diced
• 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan

Instructions:

1. Sauté chicken and sun-dried tomatoes in a pot. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
2. Stir in gnocchi and cook for 3 minutes. Lower heat and add cream and Parmesan. Simmer for 5 minutes, and check chicken is cooked through before serving.

5. Creamy Italian Sausage Gnocchi Soup

This decadent soup features savory sausage and gnocchi in a creamy tomato-based broth.

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 1 lb Italian sausage
• 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
• 1 cup heavy cream

Instructions:

1. Brown sausage in a large pot. Add diced tomatoes and chicken broth.
2. Bring to a boil, then stir in gnocchi. Cook for 3 minutes.
3. Add cream, simmer for 5 minutes, and serve warm.

6. Creamy Tomato Gnocchi Soup

A velvety tomato soup with the addition of tender gnocchi—simple, flavorful, and perfect for cold days!

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp basil

Instructions:

1. Combine tomatoes and broth in a large pot. Bring to a simmer.
2. Add gnocchi and cook for 3 minutes. Stir in cream and basil. Simmer for 5 minutes.

7. French Onion Gnocchi Soup

Imagine classic French onion soup with gnocchi—cheesy, caramelized, and oh-so-satisfying. 

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 4 onions, thinly sliced
• 3 tbsp butter
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
• 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese

Instructions:

1. Sauté onions in butter until caramelized. Add beef broth and bring to a simmer.
2. Stir in gnocchi and cook for 3 minutes or until tender. Serve topped with Gruyere cheese.

8. Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Gnocchi Soup

Earthy mushrooms and fresh spinach come together in this creamy, hearty soup. It’s perfect if you’re looking for a veggie option that’s comforting and full of flavor. 

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 2 cups sliced mushrooms
• 2 cups fresh spinach
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
• 1 cup heavy cream

Instructions:

1. Sauté mushrooms in a pot. Add broth and bring to a boil.
2. Stir in gnocchi and cook for 3 minutes. Add spinach and cream, and simmer for 5 minutes.

9. Chicken Pesto Gnocchi Soup

This creamy soup is a pesto lover’s dream, with tender chicken, fresh basil flavors, and fluffy gnocchi.

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken breast, diced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1/4 cup basil pesto
• 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan

Instructions:

1. Sauté chicken in a large pot until cooked through. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
2. Stir in gnocchi and cook for 3 minutes.
3. Lower heat, add pesto, cream, and Parmesan, and simmer for 5 minutes. Serve garnished with fresh basil, if you like. 

10. Gnocchi Minestrone Soup

This veggie-packed soup features a hearty tomato base and gnocchi for an Italian-inspired twist on the classic minestrone.

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

Instructions:

1. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery in a pot until softened. Add vegetable broth, tomatoes, and Italian seasoning. Bring to a simmer.
2. Stir in gnocchi and cook for 3 minutes. Serve warm.

11. Creamy Chicken and Bacon Gnocchi Soup

Smoky bacon, tender chicken, and a creamy base make this gnocchi soup the ultimate comfort food. It’s hearty and satisfying, making it the perfect choice for those nights when you’re craving soup for dinner. 

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken breast, diced
• 4 slices bacon, chopped
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan

Instructions:

1. Cook bacon in a large pot until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving the grease in the pot.
2. Add chicken and cook until browned. Stir in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
3. Add gnocchi and cook for 3 minutes. Lower heat, stir in cream and Parmesan, and top with crispy bacon before serving.

Gnocchi soups are the ultimate comfort food, combining rich, creamy flavors with tender bites of pillowy potato pasta. From Italian classics like Gnocchi Zuppa Toscana to creative spins like French Onion Gnocchi Soup, there’s a recipe here for every palate. Which one will you try first?