Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup (Olive Garden Copycat)
Indulge in the warmth of our Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup, a delightful dish reminiscent of your favorite Olive Garden meal. Perfect for cozy nights or family gatherings, this soup features a luscious and thick broth filled with tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and fluffy gnocchi. In just 25 minutes, you can create a comforting yet refined dinner that’s sure to impress everyone at your table. With its rich flavors and creamy texture, this recipe will quickly become a staple in your home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup onion (diced)
- 1/2 cup celery (diced)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups half-and-half
- 1 can (14 ounces) chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves (chopped)
- 1 cup diced cooked chicken breast
- 1 package (16 ounces) potato gnocchi
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, melt the butter and olive oil. Sauté the onion until translucent.
- Add diced celery and minced garlic; cook until tender. Stir in flour to make a roux; cook for an additional minute.
- Gradually add half-and-half and chicken broth while stirring continuously until thickened.
- Incorporate thyme, shredded carrots, chopped spinach, diced chicken breast, and potato gnocchi. Simmer for about five minutes until the gnocchi are cooked through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg