Description
Olive Garden’s creamy chicken gnocchi soup delivers comfort in a bowl with hearty Italian-inspired flavors. Rich potato dumplings and tender chicken create a satisfying meal you’ll want to savor again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups chicken, shredded
- 1 lb potato gnocchi
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
Dairy and Cream:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Heat butter in a large pot over medium temperature, gently sautéing diced onions, minced garlic, julienned carrots, and chopped celery until vegetables become translucent and tender, approximately 5-6 minutes.
- Introduce shredded chicken into the pot, followed by rich chicken broth, velvety heavy cream, and smooth milk, thoroughly incorporating all ingredients to create a harmonious base.
- Enhance the soup’s flavor profile by sprinkling Italian seasoning, carefully measured salt, and freshly ground black pepper; allow the mixture to gently simmer, developing depth of flavor.
- Carefully add pillowy gnocchi to the simmering liquid, cooking for 3-4 minutes until they float to the surface and achieve a tender consistency according to package recommendations.
- Delicately fold fresh spinach leaves into the soup, allowing them to wilt naturally, then sprinkle in finely grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until the cheese melts and integrates smoothly.
- Remove from heat and let the soup rest for a moment to allow flavors to meld, then ladle into warm bowls, serving immediately while maintaining optimal temperature and creamy texture.
Notes
- Swap heavy cream with coconut milk or cashew cream for a dairy-free alternative that maintains richness.
- Boost nutrition by adding extra vegetables like zucchini or kale for additional texture and vitamins.
- Ensure gnocchi doesn’t overcook by checking package instructions and testing tenderness while simmering.
- Reduce sodium by using low-sodium chicken broth and controlling salt seasoning for heart-healthy modifications.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 351 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 4800 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 19 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg