How to Make Chicken and Gnocchi Soup

Olive Garden's Chicken and Gnocchi Soup is a creamy and comforting dish. Here's a recipe to make it at home:

Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup finely diced onion
  • 1/2 cup finely diced celery
  • 1/2 cup finely diced carrots
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 tablespoons (1/4 cup) unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups half-and-half
  • 1 1/2 cups cooked, diced chicken breast
  • 1 cup fresh spinach leaves, chopped
  • 1 package (16 oz) potato gnocchi
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)
    • Step 1. Prep pot:

    In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.

    Step 2. Sauté Vegetables:
    • Add the diced onions, celery, and carrots. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
    • Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
    Step 3. Make the Roux:
    • Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed vegetables and stir to combine.
    • Cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux. This will help thicken the soup.
    Step 4. Add Broth and Half-and-Half:
    • Gradually pour in the chicken broth while stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
    • Add the half-and-half,
    Step 5. Add the thyme, ground nutmeg, salt, and black pepper
    Add to pot and stir to combine.
    Step 6. Simmer:
    - Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until it starts to thicken.
    Step 7. Add Chicken and Spinach, and Gnocchi:
    - Add the cooked diced chicken and chopped spinach. Stir well.
    Step 8. Simmer and Serve:
    - Continue to simmer the soup for an additional 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the soup is heated through and the gnocchi is tender.
    Step 9. Adjust Seasoning:
    - Taste the soup and adjust the salt and pepper as needed.
    10. Serve:
    - Ladle the soup into bowls. If desired, garnish with grated Parmesan cheese.