Description
Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup is the ultimate comfort dish, perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. This creamy soup features tender chunks of chicken, soft gnocchi, and a medley of fresh vegetables simmered in a rich broth. Each spoonful envelops you in warmth while delivering delightful Italian flavors. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, this recipe allows you to recreate your favorite restaurant experience right at home. Impress your family and friends with this delectable soup that’s sure to become a cherished favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 medium onion
- 2 peeled carrots
- 2 stalks celery
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 package gnocchi
Instructions
- Dice the onion, carrots, celery, and mince the garlic; set aside.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until browned on both sides (about 5 minutes per side). Remove from pot.
- Sauté the prepared vegetables in the same pot until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Return the chicken along with chicken broth, thyme, and oregano; simmer for 20 minutes.
- Shred the chicken and return it to the pot. Stir in cream and gnocchi; cook until gnocchi are tender (about 3 minutes).
- Serve hot with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, include freshly chopped herbs just before serving.
Customize by adding spinach or kale for extra nutrition.
Ensure even cooking by cutting veggies into uniform sizes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg