Description
Discover how to make a comforting and hearty Olive Garden-inspired Chicken Gnocchi Soup at home with this easy homemade recipe. Filled with tender gnocchi, juicy shredded chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy broth, this soup is perfect for cozy nights and family dinners. Enjoy a flavorful and satisfying dish that captures the authentic taste of Olive Garden’s popular soup, made simple with wholesome ingredients and straightforward steps.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1 package (16 oz) potato gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Parmesan cheese for topping
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery, sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in shredded cooked chicken and cook for a few minutes to heat through.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add potato gnocchi and cook for 3-4 minutes until they float to the top. Stir in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for another 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in chopped spinach until wilted. Serve hot, topped with Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- You can use homemade or store-bought gnocchi for convenience.
- Adjust the amount of cream and broth for a richer or lighter soup.
- Add herbs like thyme, rosemary, or parsley for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350ml)
- Calories: 410 Kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg