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The Ultimate Copycat Olive Garden Chicken and Gnocchi Soup: Creamy, One-Pot Comfort in Under 30 Minutes

A close-up of a white bowl filled with creamy Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup, featuring visible gnocchi, shredded chicken, carrots, and parsley.
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Make the famous creamy Olive Garden Chicken & Gnocchi Soup at home. This easy, one-pot recipe delivers tender chicken, soft gnocchi, and rich herb broth in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 1 cup sliced carrots
  • 1 cup sliced celery
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
  • 1 (16 ounce) package potato gnocchi
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until the vegetables soften, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, thyme, pepper, and salt to the pot. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and water. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk the heavy cream and flour together until smooth to create a slurry.
  5. Slowly whisk the cream mixture into the simmering broth. Continue to whisk until the broth thickens slightly.
  6. Add the shredded chicken and the potato gnocchi to the pot. Return the soup to a gentle simmer and cook until the gnocchi float to the top and are tender, about 3 to 5 minutes. Do not overcook the gnocchi.
  7. Stir in the fresh spinach until it wilts into the soup, about 1 minute.
  8. Taste the soup and add more salt or pepper if needed. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For best results, use pre-cooked, shredded chicken, such as rotisserie chicken.
  • If you prefer a thicker soup, whisk in an extra tablespoon of flour with a little cold water before adding it to the simmering liquid.
  • This recipe is a great candidate for meal prep; store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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