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Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup

A rich and creamy chicken gnocchi soup inspired by Olive Garden, perfect for cozy dinners with loved ones.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 4 cups chicken broth
For the Creamy Texture
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can be substituted with half-and-half or a plant-based alternative.
  • 1 cup spinach (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 pound cooked chicken, shredded Rotisserie chicken works well for a quicker option.
  • 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi Use gluten-free gnocchi for a gluten-free version.
For Garnish
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • fresh parsley, chopped

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion and cook until translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
  3. Stir in the garlic, carrots, and celery, cooking for another 5 minutes until they soften and get fragrant.
  4. Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning and add the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Cooking
  1. Lower the heat and add the cooked chicken and gnocchi, letting it simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the gnocchi start floating.
  2. Pour in the heavy cream and stir gently. Add in the spinach and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until the soup is heated through and the spinach wilts.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.

Notes

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes for a slight kick. This soup freezes beautifully! Pour leftovers into an airtight container, and it can last up to 3 months in the freezer. Just reheat gently on the stove when you're ready to enjoy it again. Consider a vegan version by using chickpeas in place of chicken and coconut cream instead of heavy cream.