Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup (Recipe for Printing)

A creamy, comforting soup with tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and fresh vegetables in a rich, velvety broth.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Base Ingredients

01 - 2 cups shredded chicken
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 cup diced onion
04 - 1 cup diced celery
05 - 1 cup diced carrots
06 - 4 cups chicken broth
07 - 2 cups half-and-half
08 - 1 package potato gnocchi
09 - 1 cup fresh spinach
10 - Salt and pepper to taste
11 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme

# Steps to Prepare:

01 - In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, celery, and carrots. Sauté until vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
02 - Add minced garlic, chicken broth, and shredded chicken to the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes to blend flavors.
03 - Add gnocchi to the simmering broth and cook until they float to the surface and become tender, about 3-4 minutes.
04 - Reduce heat to low. Stir in half-and-half and fresh spinach. Heat gently until spinach wilts and soup is warmed through. Do not allow to boil after adding cream. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme.

# Helpful Advice:

01 - Serve hot with breadsticks or salad for an authentic Olive Garden experience.
02 - Do not boil the soup after adding cream to prevent curdling.