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Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup

Warm up with a bowl of this creamy, comforting Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup, a copycat recipe that brings the flavors of the famous restaurant right to your kitchen.
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Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • For the Soup
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 package 16 oz potato gnocchi
  • 2 cups fresh spinach chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For Garnish
  • Grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • - Large pot or Dutch oven
  • - Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Sauté the Aromatics
  2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Step 2: Build the Soup
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add the shredded chicken, gnocchi, spinach, thyme, and parsley. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the gnocchi is tender and the spinach is wilted.
  5. Step 3: Add the Cream
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for another 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  7. Step 4: Garnish & Serve
  8. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. Serve hot with crusty bread on the side.