Quick way to grow Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup 5
This recipe provides a quick and delicious way to make Olive Garden-style Chicken Gnocchi Soup. It's a comforting meal perfect for any day of the week.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
For the Soup
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 _ Chicken breast
- 1 _ Onion, chopped
- 2 _ Celery stalks, chopped
- 2 _ Carrots, chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 6 cups Chicken broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 16 ounces Potato gnocchi
- 5 ounces Fresh spinach
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, then add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove chicken and set aside, shredding it once cooled enough to handle.
- Add onion, celery, and carrots to the pot and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes, then stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
Cooking the Soup
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer, then add gnocchi and cook according to package directions, typically 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream, spinach, shredded chicken, salt, and pepper, cooking until spinach wilts, about 2-3 minutes.
Serving
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley before serving warm.
Notes
For a richer soup, consider using half-and-half instead of heavy cream. You can also add other herbs like thyme or rosemary for additional flavor. If you don't have fresh spinach, frozen spinach can be used; just be sure to thaw and drain it well before adding to the soup.