Description
If you’re a fan of the Chicken Gnocchi Soup from Olive Garden, you’ll fall in love with this Better Than Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup! Bursting with rich flavors, tender chicken, and pillowy gnocchi, this comforting dish is perfect for cozy evenings or family gatherings. In just 40 minutes, you can whip up a delicious meal that rivals the restaurant’s classic. With wholesome ingredients and a creamy texture, this easy-to-make soup will quickly become a cherished recipe in your home.
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 heat olive oil until bubbly.
- Sauté chopped celery for 5–10 minutes until soft, then stir in minced garlic for 2 minutes.
- Add shredded carrots, salt, pepper, onion powder, and Italian seasoning; mix well.
- Stir in flour and cook for about 2 minutes to remove raw taste.
- Gradually pour in chicken broth while stirring; follow with milk and heavy cream until smooth.
- Mix in cooked shredded chicken and spinach; bring to a gentle boil.
- Add gnocchi and cook for about 4–5 minutes until they float.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg