Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe: Easy Comfort at Home
A delicious and easy Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup recipe with fresh ingredients, perfect for comfort at home.
Equipment
- large pot
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 medium carrots diced
- 2 stalks celery diced
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Liquids
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
- 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
- 2 cups fresh spinach
For Serving
- grated Parmesan cheese optional
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the dried thyme and basil, then pour in the chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer, and add the shredded chicken and gnocchi. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, until the gnocchi float to the top and are tender.
- Stir in the fresh spinach and heavy cream, cooking for another 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can sauté the garlic with a pinch of red pepper flakes. If you prefer a thicker soup, feel free to add more heavy cream or reduce the amount of chicken broth. Leftover soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently on the stove.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg
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