Olive Garden Chicken and Gnocchi Soup (Copycat)
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion
diced
- 3 stalks celery
diced
- 3 cloves garlic
minced
- 2 carrots
shredded
- 1 pound cooked chicken breast
cubed
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 package of mini potato gnocchi
16-ounce
- 1 bag of baby spinach leaves
6-ounce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
optional
- 2 tablespoons cold water
optional
- 2 cups half-and-half cream
- to tasteSalt and ground black pepper
Directions
- 1
Add oil to a large pot. Heat over medium heat.
- 2
Add the carrots, celery, onions, and garlic. Cook in the oil for 5 minutes until the onion is slightly see-through. Then, add the cubed chicken and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 3
Add the gnocchi, stirring for 3 to 4 minutes or until the gnocchi starts floating.
- 4
Add the spinach and continue to cook for another 3 minutes, stirring regularly. The spinach should be wilted by the end of the 3 minutes.
- 5
(Optional) Whisk together the cornstarch and cold water in a small cup or bowl. Then, add this mixture and the half-and-half into the soup. Stir until everything is well mixed.
- 6
If you aren’t adding the cornstarch, only add the half-and-half.
- 7
Cook for another 5 minutes or so until the soup thickens. Then, season with salt and pepper. Transfer to individual serving bowls, and enjoy!
Olive Garden Chicken and Gnocchi Soup (Copycat)
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About this Recipe
Craving that signature Olive Garden comfort without leaving your kitchen? This copycat Chicken and Gnocchi Soup brings all the creamy, savory flavors you love right to your table. It’s a truly satisfying, no-fuss meal perfect for a cozy evening.
What makes this recipe stand out is its delightful combination of tender cooked chicken breast, soft potato gnocchi, and a medley of fresh vegetables, all swimming in a rich, creamy broth. It’s designed to deliver that familiar, hearty taste experience that warms you from the inside out, making it an instant family favorite.
Expect a soup that’s both indulgent and wholesome. Each spoonful offers tender cubes of chicken alongside pillowy mini potato gnocchi, complemented by the gentle sweetness of shredded carrots, the subtle bite of celery, and the fresh earthiness of baby spinach. The half-and-half cream creates a velvety texture, while the optional cornstarch allows you to fine-tune the soup's thickness to your preference, ensuring a perfectly creamy consistency every time. This robust yet approachable dish is delicious and ideal for sharing.
Feel free to make this comforting soup your own with a few simple tweaks. If you don't have cooked chicken on hand, a rotisserie chicken is a fantastic shortcut. For an even richer flavor, consider using a high-quality chicken broth. Don't shy away from adding extra baby spinach or even some finely chopped kale for more greens. If mini gnocchi is hard to find, regular potato gnocchi works just as well.
This Olive Garden-inspired soup is a versatile star, wonderful for weeknight dinners, comforting lunches, or a hearty addition to a potluck. Serve it alongside a crusty loaf of bread to soak up every last bit of the delicious broth.