Description
A creamy and comforting Olive Garden-inspired Chicken Gnocchi Soup featuring tender shredded chicken, pillowy gnocchi, fresh spinach, and a blend of herbs in a rich chicken broth, perfect for a hearty meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Sauté Base
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
Herbs and Broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 6 cups chicken broth
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
Seasoning and Garnish
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened and aromatic.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Add Herbs and Broth: Sprinkle in the dried thyme and basil, then pour in the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Simmer with Chicken and Gnocchi: Once boiling, reduce heat to a simmer. Add the shredded cooked chicken and the gnocchi. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes until the gnocchi float to the top and are tender.
- Finish Soup: Stir in the fresh spinach and heavy cream. Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until the spinach wilts and the soup is heated through. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken to save time.
- Fresh spinach can be substituted with kale for a different flavor and texture.
- For a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk, adjusting taste accordingly.
- If gnocchi is not available, small pasta like mini shells or tortellini can be used as an alternative.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to your taste preferences, especially if using salted chicken broth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
