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Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup (Olive Garden Copycat) Recipe

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This creamy chicken gnocchi soup is a comforting and flavorful dish inspired by Olive Garden’s famous recipe. Made with tender chicken, soft potato gnocchi, fresh vegetables, and a rich, creamy broth, this soup is perfect for a cozy meal that comes together in just 25 minutes.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Soup Base

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup celery, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups half-and-half
  • 1 14-ounce can chicken broth (use 2 cans for thinner soup)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme

Vegetables and Protein

  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup fresh spinach leaves, chopped
  • 1 cup diced cooked chicken breast (rotisserie chicken recommended)

Pasta

  • 1 16-ounce package potato gnocchi

Seasonings

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, melt the butter and olive oil together over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion, celery, and minced garlic, sautéing until the vegetables are tender and fragrant, about 4-5 minutes.
  2. Make the Roux: Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed vegetables and stir well to combine. Cook for about 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste and create a roux, which will help thicken the soup.
  3. Add Liquids and Thicken: Slowly pour in the half-and-half and the chicken broth while continuously stirring. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook until the soup begins to thicken, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Incorporate Vegetables, Chicken, and Gnocchi: Stir in the fresh thyme, shredded carrots, chopped spinach, diced cooked chicken, and potato gnocchi. Allow the soup to simmer for another 5 minutes, or until the gnocchi are cooked through and tender.
  5. Season and Serve: Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper as needed. If a thinner consistency is preferred, add an additional can of chicken broth. Serve hot immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for convenience and added flavor.
  • For a thinner soup, add an extra can of chicken broth.
  • You can substitute half-and-half with whole milk and heavy cream for a lighter or richer version.
  • Fresh thyme can be replaced with dried thyme if fresh is unavailable; use about 1 teaspoon dried.
  • Potato gnocchi can be found in the pasta aisle of most grocery stores.
  • To make this soup vegetarian, omit chicken and use vegetable broth instead.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Find it online: https://iamstarved.com/creamy-chicken-gnocchi-soup-olive-garden-copycat-recipe/