Description
Discover the delightful taste of Better Than Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup, a creamy and satisfying dish that will warm your soul. This homemade version is packed with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and soft gnocchi, making it the ultimate comfort food for cozy nights or gatherings with loved ones. With its rich flavors and velvety texture, every spoonful is a comforting embrace. Prepared in just 40 minutes, this soup is not only quick but also versatile, allowing you to customize ingredients based on your preferences. Serve it with crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup flour
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 3 cups milk
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 8 ounces chopped frozen spinach
- 16 ounces gnocchi
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter and olive oil.
- Add chopped celery and sauté for about 5–10 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional two minutes.
- Mix in shredded carrots, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir until combined; cook for about two minutes.
- Gradually add chicken broth while stirring to avoid lumps, then add milk and heavy cream until smooth.
- Incorporate chopped spinach and shredded chicken into the soup.
- Bring the soup to a boil over medium heat.
- Gently add gnocchi and cook for about 4–5 minutes until they float to the surface.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs or cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 95mg