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Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe

Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe


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  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x

Description

Olive Garden’s creamy chicken gnocchi soup delights diners with its rich, comforting blend of tender chicken and pillowy potato dumplings. Hearty ingredients and simple preparation make this restaurant-inspired dish a perfect weeknight dinner for hungry families.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb (454 g) potato gnocchi
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 4 cups (960 ml) chicken broth
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • 1 cup (240 ml) milk
  • 1 cup (140 g) carrots, shredded
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 cup (30 g) fresh spinach, chopped
  • 2 tbsps (28 g) butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Melt butter in a spacious pot over medium heat, gently sautéing diced onions, minced garlic, julienned carrots, and chopped celery until vegetables become translucent and tender, approximately 5-6 minutes.
  2. Stream in chicken broth and elevate to a gentle simmer, incorporating shredded chicken, fragrant thyme, and robust Italian seasoning, allowing flavors to meld together.
  3. Carefully introduce pillowy gnocchi into the simmering liquid, cooking until they gracefully float to the surface, which typically takes 3-4 minutes.
  4. Lower the heat and introduce heavy cream and milk, stirring consistently to create a luxurious, velvety consistency that thickens within 2-3 minutes.
  5. Fold in fresh spinach leaves, seasoning with salt and freshly cracked black pepper, and allow greens to delicately wilt and integrate into the soup’s rich landscape.
  6. Ladle the steaming, creamy soup into warm bowls, ensuring each serving captures the harmonious blend of tender chicken, soft gnocchi, and vibrant vegetables.

Notes

  • Enhance flavor by using homemade chicken broth for a richer, more authentic taste profile.
  • Swap heavy cream with half-and-half or milk alternatives for lighter, healthier version perfect for calorie-conscious diners.
  • Boost nutrition by adding extra vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms to increase mineral and vitamin content.
  • Ensure gnocchi doesn’t become mushy by cooking precisely 3-4 minutes and avoiding overcrowding in the pot during preparation.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 650 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 20 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 22 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg