Description
Warm up with this comforting Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup, a delightful blend of tender chicken, soft gnocchi, and fresh spinach enveloped in a rich, creamy broth. Perfect for chilly evenings or cozy family dinners, this easy-to-make soup will bring joy with every spoonful. Enjoy it as an appetizer or a hearty main course, served alongside crusty bread for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups boneless, skinless chicken breasts (diced)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 2 medium carrots (chopped)
- 2 celery stalks (diced)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups potato gnocchi
- 2 cups fresh spinach (packed)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, sauté diced chicken until browned on all sides (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic, chopped carrots, and diced celery to the pot. Stir frequently for about 4 minutes until softened.
- Pour in the chicken broth and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Add potato gnocchi and cook until they float to the top (about 3 minutes).
- Stir in heavy cream and fresh spinach until wilted (about 2 minutes). Serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating thyme or crushed red pepper flakes. To make it vegetarian, replace chicken with sautéed mushrooms and use vegetable broth.
