Description
Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup is a creamy, comforting dish that captures the essence of Italian cuisine in every bowl. With tender chicken, fluffy gnocchi, and fresh vegetables simmered in a rich broth, this soup is perfect for cozy evenings or family gatherings. Whether you’re reminiscing about your favorite restaurant or exploring new recipes at home, this delightful soup brings warmth and satisfaction to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping the vegetables and cutting the chicken into bite-sized chunks.
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add chopped carrots and celery; cook for 4-5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Stir in diced chicken; season with salt, pepper, thyme, and parsley. Cook until no longer pink (6-7 minutes).
- Gradually add chicken broth while scraping any browned bits from the pot. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in gnocchi and spinach; cook for about 5 minutes until gnocchi floats.
- Pour in heavy cream, mix well, and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using white wine while cooking or substituting chicken with turkey or mushrooms for a vegetarian option. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days and reheat gently on the stovetop.