Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup
Indulge in a bowl of Olive Garden chicken gnocchi soup, where tender gnocchi, juicy chicken, and vibrant spinach unite in a creamy broth. This comforting dish is perfect for chilly nights or impressing guests with minimal effort. Enjoy each spoonful as it wraps you in warmth and nostalgia.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 package (16 oz) fresh gnocchi
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and cook the chicken breasts for about 7-10 minutes per side until golden brown. Set aside once cooked through.
- In the same pot, sauté diced carrots and celery for about 5 minutes, then add minced garlic until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil, scraping any bits from the pot.
- Add the gnocchi and let them cook for about 2-3 minutes until they float.
- Stir in spinach and heavy cream, allowing everything to meld for another 5 minutes.
- Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and parsley to taste. Serve hot with crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg