Description
This Homemade Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup is a creamy and comforting dish featuring tender potato gnocchi, juicy chicken breast, and fresh vegetables simmered in a rich and flavorful broth. It offers a deliciously satisfying taste that’s even better than the restaurant version, perfect for cozy meals any time of year.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup finely diced onion
- 1/2 cup finely diced celery
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 quart half-and-half
- 28 ounces chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
- 1 cup carrots, finely shredded
- 1 cup spinach leaves, coarsely chopped
- 1 cup cooked, diced chicken breast
- 16 ounces package ready-to-use gnocchi
Instructions
- Heat Butter and Olive Oil: Melt the butter and olive oil together in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat to create a flavorful base for the soup.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add the finely diced onion, celery, and minced garlic to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes translucent and the mixture is fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add Flour and Half-and-Half: Whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for about one minute to form a roux. Gradually whisk in the half-and-half, then simmer gently until the mixture thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Incorporate Chicken Broth and Seasonings: Whisk in the chicken broth slowly, then bring the soup to a simmer again until it thickens slightly. Stir in salt, dried thyme, dried parsley flakes, and optional ground nutmeg to enhance the flavor.
- Add Vegetables, Chicken, and Gnocchi: Mix in the shredded carrots, chopped spinach, cooked diced chicken, and ready-to-use gnocchi. Simmer for a few minutes until the gnocchi are tender and the soup is heated through.
- Adjust Seasoning and Serve: Taste the soup and add additional salt if needed. Serve hot for a comforting meal.
Notes
- You can use leftover rotisserie chicken for added depth of flavor.
- Adjust the amount of thyme to suit your taste preference.
- If your gnocchi pieces are large, consider cutting them in half for better texture.
- This soup is lightly salted; if using low-sodium broth, you might want to add more salt to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 247 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 47 mg
