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A bowl of creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup in Olive Garden style, garnished with fresh herbs.

Best way to grow Chicken Gnocchi Soup (Olive Garden Style)

A creamy and comforting Olive Garden-inspired chicken gnocchi soup featuring tender chicken, potato gnocchi, and fresh spinach in a rich broth. This recipe delivers a delicious and satisfying meal perfect for a cozy evening.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1.5 lb Chicken breast cubed
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 2 medium Carrots diced
  • 2 diced Celery stalks
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 6 cups Chicken broth
  • 1.5 cups Half-and-half
  • 16 oz Potato gnocchi
  • 5 oz Fresh spinach
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Black pepper
For the Roux
  • 0.25 cup Butter
  • 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup Milk

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Whisk
  • Cutting board and knife

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, then add cubed chicken and cook until browned; remove chicken and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened, then add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  3. Melt butter in the pot, whisk in flour to create a roux, and gradually add milk, stirring until thickened.
  4. Pour in chicken broth, bring to a simmer, then return chicken to the pot.
  5. Add gnocchi to the simmering soup and cook according to package directions, typically 2-3 minutes.
  6. Stir in half-and-half, fresh spinach, salt, and pepper, cooking until spinach wilts and the soup is heated through.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of dried thyme or Italian seasoning along with the vegetables. Adjust salt and pepper to taste before serving.