Better Than Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup
This creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup is a comforting and hearty dish that rivals the famous Olive Garden version. Packed with tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and fresh vegetables, this soup is perfect for a cozy night in or a family gathering.
Equipment
- 1 large pot
- 1 cooking spoon
- 1 cutting board
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 ladle
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, sliced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 package (16 oz) refrigerated gnocchi
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic, sliced carrots, and celery. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Pour the chicken broth into the pot and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, add the shredded chicken and gnocchi. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the gnocchi float to the top.
- Stir in the chopped spinach and heavy cream, simmering for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
This soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
For a lighter version, you can substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half or a non-dairy cream alternative.
Feel free to add other vegetables such as mushrooms or zucchini for added flavor and nutrition.