Name: Better Than Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breasts (boneless, skinless); 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 small onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 3 cups chicken broth; 2 cups heavy cream; 2 cups whole milk; 2 medium carrots, diced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 1 tsp dried thyme; 1 tsp dried parsley; 1/2 tsp salt (to taste); 1/4 tsp black pepper (to taste); 1 (16 oz) package potato gnocchi; 2 cups fresh spinach (or frozen, thawed and drained); 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional for garnish)

Description

Better Than Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup is a creamy, comforting homemade classic loaded with tender chicken, soft gnocchi, fresh vegetables, and a rich, velvety broth. Ready in just 35 minutes, this one-pot wonder is perfect for cozy evenings or whenever you’re craving comfort food at its best.

Ingredients

1 lb chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)

1 tbsp olive oil

1 small onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

3 cups chicken broth

2 cups heavy cream

2 cups whole milk

2 medium carrots, diced

2 celery stalks, diced

1 tsp dried thyme

1 tsp dried parsley

1/2 tsp salt (to taste)

1/4 tsp black pepper (to taste)

1 (16 oz) package potato gnocchi

2 cups fresh spinach (or frozen, thawed and drained)

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional for garnish)

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Instructions

Cook the Chicken:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook for 7-8 minutes per side until browned and fully cooked.
- Remove chicken, let it cool, and shred with two forks.
Prepare the Soup Base:
- In the same pot, sauté diced onion and minced garlic for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Add carrots, celery, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Simmer the Broth:
- Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, and whole milk. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
Add the Gnocchi:
- Stir in potato gnocchi and cook for 3-4 minutes until they float to the top.
Finish the Soup:
- Return shredded chicken to the pot and stir in fresh spinach. Cook for 2-3 minutes until spinach is wilted.
Serve:
- Ladle soup into bowls, garnish with Parmesan cheese if desired, and serve warm.

Notes

Vegetarian Option: Replace chicken with mushrooms and use vegetable broth.

Dairy-Free Alternative: Substitute cream and milk with coconut or almond milk.

Storage: Store in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze, adding fresh gnocchi when reheating.

Customization: Add extra vegetables like zucchini, peas, or mushrooms for more variety.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6 servings