Description
A creamy, comforting soup with tender chicken, soft gnocchi, and spinach in a garlic cream broth; a 30-minute Olive Garden-inspired favorite made on the stovetop.
Ingredients
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp butter
1 cup diced onion
1 cup diced carrot
1 cup diced celery
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 tbsp flour
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups cooked chicken, cubed or shredded
16 oz potato gnocchi
2 cups fresh spinach
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot. Add onion, carrot, and celery; sauté until tender.
Add garlic and cook 1 minute. Stir in flour and whisk in broth until smooth.
Add chicken and gnocchi; simmer 10 minutes.
Stir in cream, spinach, and seasonings. Simmer until spinach wilts.
Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
Notes
Use half-and-half for a lighter version.
For extra richness, stir in grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 430 kcal