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Homemade Chicken Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe
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Homemade Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup

Craving a comforting, hearty, and flavorful bowl of soup? This homemade chicken soup inspired by Olive Garden’s Chicken Gnocchi Soup is the perfect meal to warm your soul and satisfy your taste buds.
Course Soup
Cuisine Italian-American
Keyword Chicken Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup, Homemade Chicken Soup Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 350kcal
Cost 15$-20$

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 medium carrots diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cooked and shredded
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 package 16 oz potato gnocchi
  • 2 cups fresh spinach chopped
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese optional, for garnish

Instructions

  • Prepare the Base: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  • Add the Broth and Chicken: Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer. Add the cooked, shredded chicken and stir to combine.
  • Make It Creamy: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and milk. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Let the soup simmer gently for 10 minutes.
  • Cook the Gnocchi: Add the potato gnocchi to the soup and cook according to the package instructions, usually about 3-5 minutes.
  • Add Spinach: Stir in the chopped spinach and let it wilt in the hot soup for about 2 minutes.
  • Serve and Enjoy: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve hot with crusty bread or a side salad.

Notes

  1. Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh vegetables and quality chicken broth make a big difference in flavor.
  2. Adjust the Consistency: If the soup is too thick, add more chicken broth. If it’s too thin, let it simmer a bit longer to reduce.
  3. Cook Gnocchi Separately: To prevent overcooking, you can cook the gnocchi separately and add it to each bowl when serving.
  4. Make Ahead: This soup tastes even better the next day! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.