Easy Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup: Cozy in Every Spoon
This comforting Chicken Gnocchi Soup inspired by Olive Garden is a creamy and hearty dish packed with tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and flavorful vegetables. Perfect for a cozy meal any time of the year.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 persons
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese, optional, for serving
Instructions
1. 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.
2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
3. Add the dried thyme and basil, then pour in the chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
4. 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.
5. Stir in the fresh spinach and heavy cream, cooking for another 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. 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, add more heavy cream or reduce the chicken broth slightly.
Leftover soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently over low heat.