Olive Garden Chicken and Gnocchi Soup

Indulge in the comforting flavors of this copycat Olive Garden Chicken and Gnocchi Soup, a creamy and hearty bowl that rivals the restaurant’s signature dish! This recipe combines tender bites of shredded chicken, pillowy potato gnocchi, and a medley of fresh vegetables, including spinach, celery, and carrots, all brought together in a luxurious, velvety broth made with heavy cream and fragrant herbs like thyme and parsley. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pot masterpiece is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or impressing guests with a restaurant-style meal at home. Serve it with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for an extra touch of indulgence, and let everyone savor the warm, satisfying magic of this classic soup.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 pieces Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
• 1 medium Yellow onion (diced)
• 2 stalks Celery (diced)
• 1 large Carrot (shredded or finely diced)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 6 cups Chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 16 ounces Potato gnocchi
• 3 cups Fresh spinach (chopped)
• 2 cups Heavy cream
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts with a pinch of salt and pepper, then add them to the pot. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set it aside on a plate.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion, celery, and shredded carrot. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the chicken broth, dried thyme, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Shred the cooked chicken breasts using two forks and return the shredded chicken to the pot.

Step 7

Add the potato gnocchi to the soup. Simmer for 3-4 minutes, or until the gnocchi float to the top and are tender.

Step 8

Stir in the chopped spinach and heavy cream. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the spinach wilts and the soup is warmed through.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.

Step 10

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3347.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3568.2

Total Fat 247.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 130.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.8g
Cholesterol 893.2mg	0%
Sodium 8535.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 124.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.1g	0%
Total Sugars 21.3g
Protein 170.8g	0%

Vitamin D 81.5IU	0%
Calcium 1216.3mg	0%
Iron 17.5mg	0%
Potassium 4534.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.3%

Protein: 20.1%

Carbs: 14.6%