This cozy soup takes cues from a restaurant favorite. We've streamlined our version a bit by using ground chicken, and of course we've included lots of colorful vegetables!
Heat a Dutch oven or large pot with olive oil over medium heat. Add carrots, onions, and garlic to heated oil along with a pinch of salt and saute until they begin to turn tender, ~3 to 4 minutes.
Add chicken and saute until cooked through, breaking it apart as it cooks, 5 to 6 minutes.
Stir in Italian seasoning and thyme. Slowly pour in stock and bring to a simmer.
Add gnocchi and return to a simmer. Reduce heat and simmer until vegetables and gnocchi are tender, ~5 minutes.
Add in baby spinach and simmer very gently until spinach is wilted.
Remove from heat and stir in cream and lemon juice. Taste and season with some salt and pepper.
Warm baguette (if using) according to package directions.
Ladle soup into bowls and top with chopped parsley (if using). Enjoy with warm baguette.