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Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe Easy Olive Garden Copycat Delight

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A cozy, creamy chicken gnocchi soup inspired by Olive Garden, featuring tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, fresh spinach, and a rich broth. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or comforting family meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped (rotisserie chicken recommended)
  • 1 pound potato gnocchi
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups fresh spinach
  • 4 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 cup half-and-half or heavy cream (or dairy-free milk alternative)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup white wine (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)

Instructions

  1. Dice the carrots and celery, mince the garlic, finely chop the onion, and shred the cooked chicken (about 10 minutes).
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery; cook about 5 minutes until softened and onion is translucent, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add minced garlic, dried thyme, and rosemary; cook 1 minute until fragrant, avoiding browning.
  4. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir well to coat. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly to remove raw flour taste.
  5. Pour in white wine, scraping the pot bottom to loosen browned bits. Simmer 2 minutes until wine reduces slightly. If skipping wine, add extra broth here.
  6. Slowly whisk in chicken broth, ensuring mixture is smooth. Increase heat and bring to a gentle boil.
  7. Add gnocchi directly to the simmering soup. Cook 3-4 minutes until gnocchi float and are tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  8. Lower heat to medium-low. Stir in half-and-half (or cream) and cooked chicken. Simmer gently for 5 minutes to heat through and meld flavors.
  9. Add fresh spinach and stir until wilted.
  10. Season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
  11. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or grated Parmesan if desired. Serve with crusty bread.

Notes

For extra creaminess, use half heavy cream and half milk or dairy-free alternatives. Avoid overcooking gnocchi; they are done when they float. Add cream off heat or on low simmer to prevent curdling. If soup thickens after resting, stir in broth or water before reheating. White wine adds depth but can be omitted. Variations include vegetarian, low-carb, dairy-free, and spicy options.

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