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Copycat Olive Garden Chicken And Gnocchi Soup

Bowl of copycat Olive Garden chicken and gnocchi soup with shredded chicken, potato gnocchi, carrots, celery, and spinach on a light marble countertop.
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A cozy copycat Olive Garden chicken and gnocchi soup recipe made with tender chicken, pillowy potato gnocchi, spinach, carrots, celery, and a creamy broth.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 medium carrots, shredded or finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, plus more to taste
  • 1 pound potato gnocchi
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan, optional

Instructions

  • Heat the butter and olive oil in a large Dutch oven or soup pot over medium heat.
  • Add the onion, celery, and carrots. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.
  • Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
  • Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir until everything is coated. Cook for 1 minute.
  • Slowly pour in the chicken broth while stirring to create a smooth base.
  • Add the cooked chicken, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring the soup to a gentle simmer.
  • Stir in the gnocchi and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the gnocchi is tender and floats to the top.
  • Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream or half-and-half.
  • Add the spinach and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, until wilted.
  • Stir in parmesan if using. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
  • Serve warm with extra black pepper, parmesan, or bread on the side.

Notes

  • Rotisserie chicken or shredded chicken works really well in this recipe and keeps the prep simple.
  • If the soup gets too thick, add more chicken broth until it reaches your preferred consistency.
  • For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
  • Add spinach at the end so it stays bright and does not overcook.
  • Leftovers will thicken in the fridge. Add broth or milk when reheating.

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