Ingredients
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 medium onion, chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 medium carrots, diced
– 2 celery stalks, diced
– 1 pound cooked chicken, shredded or diced
– 4 cups chicken broth
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup fresh spinach
– 1 pound potato gnocchi
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
– ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Creating Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup can be straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Heat Olive Oil: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Sauté Vegetables: Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add Chicken: Stir in the shredded or diced chicken and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
4. Pour in Broth: Add the chicken broth to the pot, bringing it to a gentle simmer.
5. Incorporate Cream: Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine.
6. Season: Add salt, black pepper, and nutmeg, adjusting to taste.
7. Add Gnocchi: Stir in the gnocchi and cook for about 5 minutes, or until they float to the top.
8. Add Spinach: Once the gnocchi is cooked, fold in the fresh spinach and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until wilted.
9. Finish with Cheese: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
10. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible soup effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 20g