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Copycat Olive Garden Chicken & Gnocchi Soup

Copycat Olive Garden Chicken & Gnocchi Soup in a ceramic bowl
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This creamy and comforting Copycat Olive Garden Chicken & Gnocchi Soup features tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a medley of vegetables in a rich, flavorful broth. Ready in just 25 minutes!

Ingredients

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  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 1 small rib celery, sliced 1/4-inch thick (1/3 cup)
  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
  • 1/2 cup matchstick carrots
  • 3 small cloves garlic, finely chopped (2 teaspoons)
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups half-and-half
  • 1 cup finely chopped cooked chicken
  • 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 (12-ounce) package refrigerated gnocchi (such as Rana)
  • 1 1/2 cups roughly chopped baby spinach (about 2 ounces)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Pinch ground nutmeg

Instructions

1. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the celery, onion, and carrots, and cook, stirring often, until vegetables are tender and onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.

2. Add the garlic, and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

3. Add the remaining 3 tablespoons butter, and stir until melted, about 1 minute.

4. Stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, until pale golden brown and bubbly, about 1 minute.

5. Stir in chicken broth, half-and-half, chopped chicken, sugar, and salt. Bring the soup to a simmer, stirring occasionally.

6. Add the gnocchi and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 3 minutes.

7. Stir in spinach, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg.

8. Cook for about 2 minutes more, stirring often, until the spinach is wilted. Serve warm.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use rotisserie chicken or leftover roasted chicken. You can also substitute milk for half-and-half for a lighter version, but the soup will be less creamy. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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