Marry Me Chicken and Gnocchi Soup
If you’re looking for the ultimate creamy comfort food, this Marry Me Chicken and Gnocchi Soup is it. It’s rich, velvety, loaded with tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a flavor base that will warm you right to your core. I made this recipe on a chilly day, and honestly, I couldn’t stop raving about how beautiful and wonderful it turned out. It’s one of those dishes that feels fancy enough for entertaining company, but also perfect to meal prep and enjoy all week long.
Think of it like the viral Marry Me Chicken recipe but reimagined into the coziest soup. It’s indulgent without being complicated, and every spoonful is packed with flavor from caramelized vegetables, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, cream cheese, and fresh herbs. This soup is truly a hug in a bowl — especially when served with warm garlic bread or a fresh salad on the side!
Be sure to check out these other great soup recipes while you are here!
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Creamy Italian Sausage and Gnocchi Soup
Smoked Turkey Leg Stew with Beans and Cabbage
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Ultra creamy & indulgent – cream cheese and Parmesan make the broth luscious and rich.
- Comfort food classic – hearty gnocchi, chicken, and veggies give it cozy fall and winter vibes.
- Versatile – perfect for entertaining, family dinner, or meal prep.
- Pairs beautifully – serve with garlic bread, breadsticks, or even homemade croutons.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Here’s what makes this soup so irresistible:
- Butter & sun-dried tomato oil – builds a rich flavor base right from the start.
- Onion, carrots, celery – a classic trio that adds depth and sweetness.
- Seasonings – salt, pepper, Kinder’s Buttery Garlic & Herb seasoning, herbs de Provence, and red pepper flakes for a little warmth.
- Sun-dried tomatoes & tomato paste – tangy, rich, and umami-packed.
- Garlic – because every good soup needs plenty of garlic.
- Chicken bouillon & water – boosts that chicken flavor without overpowering.
- Heavy cream – the foundation of indulgence.
- Gnocchi – tender, pillowy potato dumplings that make this soup filling and hearty. You can also use tortellini, any kind of small pasta or plain potatoes!
- Rotisserie chicken – quick, easy, and flavorful.
- Cream cheese & Parmesan – create the luscious, creamy base.
- Spinach & fresh basil – for freshness, rich flavor, and a pop of color.
How to Make Marry Me Chicken and Gnocchi Soup
This recipe is indulgent but surprisingly simple!
Sauté the vegetables – In a large stock pot, melt butter with a little sun-dried tomato oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Season with salt, pepper, Kinder’s Buttery Garlic & Herb, herbs de Provence, and red pepper flakes. Cook about 5 minutes until softened.
Add tomatoes & garlic – Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Make a well in the center and add tomato paste, cooking it down for about 3 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
Build the broth – Stir in chicken bouillon, water, and heavy cream. Bring to a boil.
Cook the gnocchi & chicken – Add gnocchi and shredded rotisserie chicken. Boil uncovered for 3–4 minutes, until gnocchi float and are tender.
Finish with cheeses & greens – Turn off heat. Stir in cream cheese until melted, then add Parmesan. Finally, stir in spinach and basil. Taste and adjust with extra salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes.
Serve & enjoy – Ladle into bowls, garnish with basil ribbons, extra Parmesan, and red pepper flakes. Serve hot with garlic bread, breadsticks, or a fresh salad.
What to Serve with Marry Me Chicken and Gnocchi Soup
- Garlic bread – baguettes, breadsticks, classic garlic bread, or even croutons.
- Side salad – a crisp Caesar or garden salad balances the richness.
- Roasted veggies – broccoli, green beans, or asparagus are great options.
Tips for Success
- Soften cream cheese first – it melts more smoothly into the soup.
- Don’t skip the tomato paste step – caramelizing it deepens the flavor.
- Adjust the spice – add more red pepper flakes if you like it spicy.
- If you like a thinner soup, add 1-2 more cups of chicken broth
If you do make this recipe, please leave a comment and a rating! I love hearing from you and it helps so much! Thank you!
Marry Me Chicken and Gnocchi Soup
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 1/2 tbsp Sun-Dried Tomato Oil
- 1 Yellow Onion, Diced
- 2 Carrots, diced
- 2 Ribs of Celery, diced
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/2 tsp Kinder's Buttery Garlic and Herb Seasoning
- 1 tsp Herbs De Provence or Italian Seasoning
- 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes add less or more depending on how spicy you want it
- 1/2 Cup Sun Dried Tomatoes in Oil, chopped
- 3 tbsp Tomato Paste
- 6 Garlic Cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp Chicken Bouillon + 4 cups of water or 4 cups of chicken broth
- 1 Cup Heavy Cream
- 1 lb Shelf Stable Gnocchi
- 3 Cups Cooked, Shredded Chicken I used a rotisserie chicken
- 4 oz Cream Cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1/2 Cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 2 Cups Baby Spinach, roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp Fresh Basil, chopped plus more for garnish if desired
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter and sun-dried tomato oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Season with salt, pepper, Kinder’s Buttery Garlic & Herb, herbs de Provence, and red pepper flakes. Cook 5 minutes.
- Stir in sun-dried tomatoes. Make a well, add tomato paste, and cook 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
- Stir in chicken bouillon, water, and heavy cream. Bring to a boil.
- Add gnocchi and chicken. Boil uncovered for 3–4 minutes until gnocchi float.
- Turn off heat. Stir in cream cheese until melted. Add Parmesan.
- Stir in spinach and basil. Season with salt and pepper if needed. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes to thicken up.
Notes
Make-Ahead, Storage, & Reheating
- Make ahead: This soup can be made up to 4 days in advance
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheating: Gnocchi soups thicken in the fridge. Reheat slowly on the stove over low heat, adding a splash of chicken broth to loosen it back up.
You left out the chicken in your recipe. It’s in the instructions but not on the list of ingredients.
Hi! I am aware and unfortunately I was unable to edit my site because it crashed last night. It just now got fixed and I updated the recipe to include the amount of chicken! Thank you for bringing it to my attention though, I appreciate it!
Absolutely IN LOVE with this recipe 😍 Thank you for the great step by step instructions. Wouldn’t change a thing!
That makes me so happy Summer! Thank you for the thoughtful review! 🙂
The recipe was fabulous, the only complaint I have is it doesn’t list chicken on the ingredient list but it clearly calls for it. So I had to make an extra trip to the store in the middle of cooking to get chicken and I had no idea how much to add.
Hi Autumn! I am truly sorry! I went to fix the recipe last night and my website had crashed so I was unable to. The tech team just now got it fixed and I updated the recipe. I am glad you enjoyed the recipe and again I am sorry for the inconvenience!
How much chicken do you use?
I used 3 cups. So sorry it was left out of the recipe but I have updated it now. thanks!
The printable recipe does not include chicken. How much shredded chicken?
Hi! I apologize for that! I updated the recipe and it calls for 3 cups of chicken 🙂
Can I make this in the crockpot?
I have not attempted this in the crockpot so I cannot give you an accurate, honest answer, I am so sorry!
I made this recipe last night and there were ZERO leftovers!! Hands down best meal I’ve ever made!! If I wanted to make 12 servings of this I would just double all of the ingredients correct? Thank you so much!!!
That is amazing Kourtney! And yes, to make 12 serving just double everything! I am so glad everyone loved it. Thanks for the thoughtful review!
Hi! Do you think this could be adapted to be made in a crock pot??
I have not tried it yet, so I cannot say for sure. I wish I could give you a definite answer but cream soups can be finicky in the crockpot. I will definitely work on one though!
I made in Instant Pot. Did all the steps until you get to add gnocchi and spinach on sauté, then turned it to slow cook (crock pot). When we were about ready to eat, I used sauté again to bring to boil and finished the recipe as written. Was delicious! I added red peppers to the mix, as I’m always trying to get my kids more veggies.
This is such a delicious soup recipe, thank you so much for sharing!
Thank you Jackie, I am so glad you enjoyed it!
I saw her post on Instagram and had to try it! It’s delicious and comes together quickly! I didn’t have the specific Kinder spice blend and used a different one, but otherwise stayed true to the recipe. I had leftovers and it was just as good, if not better (in true soup fashion) the second day! Would definitely make again and the bf loved it too 🙂
Thank you Kait for the very thoughtful review! I am so glad you enjoyed the soup! Thank you 🙂
Made this last night and it was SO good. Rich and creamy with lots of flavor. As soon as I read through the ingredients, I knew I had to try it. So glad I did because this is a keeper. My husband loved it too. Thank you!
Can you freeze leftovers?
You can, but the gnocchi will have a slightly different texture.
I plan to make it up to the pasta step and leave out the pasta when freezing in my souper cubes, then throw pasta in when reheating. Will report back!
Wow, this soup was incredible. Both my partner and I went for seconds. I stayed completely true to the recipe, it was so flavourful and all the flavours complimented each other. I look forward to continuing making this soup for many years to come! Thank you!
What a wonderful review, Jessica! Thank you so much!
I was one of the people who unfortunately didn’t have chicken since it wasn’t listed- but it turned out amazing without it! My husband and I agreed that it was delicious and hearty without the chicken. Loved every bite!!!
Absolutely 10/10! Delicious! Wouldn’t change a thing.
Thank you so much Christine!
This recipe looks so delicious! I am wondering, I have 2 raw chicken breasts I need to use, how do you recommend I incorporate them in this recipe instead of precooked chicken?
Hi! I would let them thaw, season with garlic powder, onion powder and smoked paprika and saute them in the oil before adding the vegetables!
Can cheese tortellini be used in place of the gnocchi? And would the amount be the same? Wanting to try this tonight!!
This recipe is a keeper! Instead of rotisserie chicken, I used poached chicken thighs because that’s what I had on hand. My local market did not have gnocchi, so I had to substitute with tortellini. I will seek out gnocchi before I make this again.
This soup was DE-LI-CIOUS!! Everyone who tried it loved it. The smell, the flavors, the textures it all blended so beautifully! It has been added to the permanent rotation! Thank you for a new and tasty cold weather meal!
That makes me so happy to hear! Thank you so much!
Made this over the weekend and it was an absolute winner. So comforting and filling with a little heat from the red pepper flakes. Served it with some crusty French bread. Delicious. I’ll be making this over and over again through the fall and winter!
WOW! I even made this vegetarian with veggie bouillon and fake chicken and it was amazing. I’ve never made something with this much flavor, absolutely amazing and I will try many more of your recipes now that I’ve found your page!
That is so wonderful to hear, Melissa! Thank you so much!
I just finished making this. We’re getting our first snow today, so it was a perfect comfort food! It’s not only pleasing to the eye, but equally as delicious. 10/10! It’s getting a printed recipe card for my recipe box.
Incredible! Wowza a new fave! Comes together quickly and just so good. I was so proud of myself! Ha! Shared recipe w my mom and sister! This is the kind of soup that would impress company too. 🙂
That is amazing Lori! So happy to hear it! Thank you 🙂
I made this recipe for a “soup and salad” lunch at work. Everyone raved about it! There was no even a drop left.
That is wonderful Megan! I am so glad everyone loved it! Thank you for leaving such a nice review!
I wanted to make this for dinner tonight the only problem is I don’t have that particular flavor of Kinder’s spice blend. Can I use Kinder’s Caramelized onion butter instead and should I use the the amount that’s in the recipe?
I do believe that will work just fine! And yes, use the same amount! 🙂
I’m going to try the Kinder’s Buttery Steakhouse Seasoning. I don’t want to purchase another spice blend that I’ll only use in this particular recipe. Hopefully it will work just fine.
I think you are going to fall in love with that spice blend! It is so good on so many things!
I bit the bullet and bought the Kinder’s Buttery Garlic and Herb seasons. When I opened the container, I knew it was the right decision! Soup for dinner tonight, and I’m certain it will be delicious!
This recipe takes everything awesome about marry me chicken and then adds some in a format that warms the heart and soul. My family has declared that this is the best soup ever.
That is amazing Austin! Thank you so much!
I never heard of Kinder’s Buttery Garlic & Herb seasoning. What are the seasonings in it? I’d like to use what I have to substitute, as I’m reluctant to buy a “spice” for one recipe. I appreciate your help! This recipe sounds different and wonderful!
You can certainly just replace it with some garlic powder and onion powder!
So delicious! I made this for my family as someone who isn’t really experienced with cooking and they loved it! I don’t like carrots so I used peppers and thought it was so good!
That is so great! Thank you for the great review!
The flavor of this soup is amazing! I will definitely be making this again!
So happy to hear you loved it, Ellin! Thank you for leaving a review!
This honestly made me feel like a gourmet chef. I get why its called marry me chicken now. Thank you for the recipe!
What are the macros for this recipe?
I am sorry but I don’t have that information.
This is the best soup I ever made. The flavor is amazing. My family loved it! Thanks for sharing it.
That is wonderful, Karen! I am so happy that you enjoyed it so much!