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Copycat Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup

Close-up of a bowl of creamy Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup with shredded chicken, carrots, and spinach.
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Make this creamy, comforting soup at home that tastes just like the Olive Garden favorite. It features tender chicken, soft potato gnocchi, carrots, and spinach in a rich broth.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
  • 1 (16 ounce) package potato gnocchi
  • 2 cups fresh spinach

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until the vegetables soften, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir constantly for 1 minute to cook out the raw flour taste.
  4. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth until smooth. Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Add the shredded chicken and the potato gnocchi. Simmer gently for about 5 minutes, or until the gnocchi float and are cooked through. Do not boil after adding cream.
  6. Stir in the fresh spinach until it wilts, which takes about 1 minute.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving hot.

Notes

  • You can use rotisserie chicken for quicker preparation.
  • For a richer flavor, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream, though the soup will be slightly thinner.
  • If you prefer a thicker soup, let it simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes before adding the spinach.

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