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Copycat Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup

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Delicious copycat olive garden chicken gnocchi soup recipe with detailed instructions and nutritional information.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup half-and-half
  • 1 (17.5 ounce) package potato gnocchi
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh spinach

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add cubed chicken and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken from pot and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Add diced onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add potato gnocchi and cook according to package directions, usually about 2-3 minutes, or until they float to the surface.
  4. Step 4: Reduce heat to low and stir in half-and-half. Heat gently, being careful not to boil.
  5. Step 5: Add cooked chicken and chopped spinach to the soup. Stir until spinach wilts and chicken is heated through. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For best flavor, store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat gently over low heat on the stovetop, stirring frequently, to prevent the half-and-half from curdling.
  • Garnish each bowl with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese and a few fresh spinach leaves for an extra touch of elegance.
  • To avoid rubbery chicken, don't overcook it in the first step; it will finish cooking in the soup.
  • Author: Kristin Durkin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American