Description
Indulge in the warm, creamy goodness of Better Than Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup – a delightful copycat recipe that brings the beloved restaurant flavors into your home kitchen. This comforting soup is packed with tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, vibrant spinach, and a rich, velvety broth. Perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings, this dish will leave everyone asking for seconds. In just 40 minutes, you can create a nourishing meal that warms your soul and satisfies your taste buds.
Ingredients
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- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup flour
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 3 cups milk
- 1.5 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken meat
- 8 ounces chopped frozen spinach
- 16 ounces gnocchi
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter and olive oil.
- Add chopped celery and cook until soft (5–10 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Mix in shredded carrots, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and Italian seasoning; stir well.
- Add flour and combine thoroughly; cook for 2 minutes.
- Gradually pour in chicken broth while stirring to prevent lumps.
- Incorporate milk and heavy cream; stir continuously until blended.
- Add spinach and shredded chicken; mix well.
- Bring to a boil while stirring occasionally.
- Gently add gnocchi; boil until they float (4–5 minutes).
- Serve hot for a delightful experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg