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Creamy Olive Garden Loaded Chicken Gnocchi Soup

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A warm and comforting creamy chicken gnocchi soup loaded with tender chicken, fresh spinach, and pillowy gnocchi, perfect for cozy dinners and easy weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
  • 1 pound (450g) store-bought potato gnocchi
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 1 cup celery, diced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 cup half-and-half or heavy cream
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Dice the onion, carrots, and celery into small, even pieces (about 1/4 inch). Mince the garlic. Shred or dice cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large pot, melt 3 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook, stirring often, until softened and fragrant (about 5-7 minutes). Add the garlic in the last minute to prevent burning.
  3. Sprinkle the flour over the cooked veggies and stir constantly for 2 minutes until the mixture turns slightly golden and smells nutty.
  4. Slowly pour in 4 cups of chicken broth, whisking to avoid lumps. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Stir in the cooked chicken and gnocchi. Cook until the gnocchi floats to the top and is tender, about 4-5 minutes.
  6. Stir in the half-and-half (or cream) and fresh spinach. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts and the soup is heated through but not boiling.
  7. Add thyme, basil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed.

Notes

If the soup becomes too thick, add a splash of broth or water to loosen it. Avoid boiling after adding cream to prevent curdling. Use fresh Parmesan cheese for best flavor. Do not overcook gnocchi; add near the end and watch for them to float. For dairy-free, substitute butter with olive oil and use coconut or cashew cream and dairy-free cheese alternatives.

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