Better Than Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup
Discover the ultimate comfort food with our Better Than Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup. This homemade version is rich, creamy, and brimming with tender chicken and delightful gnocchi, making it a perfect choice for cozy dinners or gatherings. With its robust flavors and simple ingredients, you can whip up this delicious dish in no time. Each spoonful offers a comforting taste experience that rivals any restaurant recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately six people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup flour
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 3 cups milk
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 8 ounces chopped frozen spinach
- 16 ounces gnocchi
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter and olive oil.
- Add chopped celery and cook until soft (5–10 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic; cook for an additional two minutes.
- Incorporate shredded carrots, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and Italian seasoning; mix well.
- Gradually sprinkle in flour while stirring continuously for about two minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth while stirring to break clumps; then add milk and cream until smooth.
- Mix in spinach and cooked shredded chicken thoroughly.
- Bring to a gentle boil before adding gnocchi; cook for 4–5 minutes until tender.
- Serve hot or warm and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 95mg