Description
Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup is a hearty and comforting Italian-inspired soup featuring tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a rich, creamy broth. Perfect for cozy nights or family dinners, this velvety soup is a delicious homemade rendition of the popular restaurant favorite, offering rich flavors and wholesome ingredients for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 package (16 oz) packaged gnocchi
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Parmesan cheese for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add cubed chicken breasts and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant and translucent.
- Add chicken broth to the pot and bring to a gentle simmer. Return cooked chicken to the pot and cook for about 10 minutes to blend flavors.
- Stir in gnocchi and cook until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir until fully combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add chopped spinach and cook for another 2 minutes until wilted.
- Optional: Garnish with Parmesan cheese before serving hot.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave, adding a splash of broth or cream if needed.
- Freeze portions for up to 2 months for longer storage; thaw before reheating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1 1/3 cups)
- Calories: 470 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 105mg