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Creamy Olive Garden Loaded Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe Easy and Delicious

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A cozy, creamy chicken gnocchi soup loaded with tender chicken, spinach, and parmesan cheese, perfect for a comforting and easy dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie chicken recommended)
  • 1 pound potato gnocchi (fresh refrigerated preferred)
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth (homemade or low-sodium store-bought)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (can substitute half-and-half for lighter version)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
  • Red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. If using raw chicken breasts, poach them gently in simmering water or broth for about 15 minutes until cooked through. Let cool, then shred or dice. Using rotisserie chicken skips this step.
  2. Heat the butter over medium heat in a large pot or Dutch oven. Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant, stirring to prevent burning.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth, then stir in dried thyme, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Add the potato gnocchi directly into the simmering broth. Cook for 2-3 minutes until they float to the top and are tender, stirring gently to prevent sticking.
  5. Stir in the shredded chicken and chopped spinach. Let everything heat through for about 2-3 minutes until spinach wilts.
  6. Lower the heat and slowly stir in the heavy cream. Add grated Parmesan cheese and mix gently until melted and the soup thickens slightly. Adjust salt and pepper if needed.
  7. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning. If too thick, add a splash of broth or cream. Serve hot.

Notes

Avoid burning garlic by cooking on medium-low heat and stirring often. Do not boil soup after adding cream to prevent curdling. Use rotisserie chicken for convenience and flavor. Gnocchi cooks quickly; watch closely to avoid mushiness. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and use dairy-free cheese.

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