This Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup is rich, comforting, and packed with tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a creamy, flavorful broth. It’s a restaurant-quality soup (like Olive Garden’s famous version) that’s easy to make at home in just 30 minutes!
🛒 Ingredients:
(Serves 4-6)
For the Soup Base:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 carrots, peeled & diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
For the Chicken & Broth:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie works great!)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
For the Creamy Base & Gnocchi:
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for a thicker soup)
- 1 (16 oz) package potato gnocchi
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
🔥 Instructions:
1. Sauté the Vegetables
- In a large pot, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat.
- Add onions, carrots, and celery, and sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
2. Add Chicken & Broth
- Pour in chicken broth, add shredded chicken, and season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Cook the Gnocchi
- Add the gnocchi and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until they float to the top.
4. Make it Creamy
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
- If you want a thicker soup, mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water and stir it in.
5. Add Spinach & Serve
- Stir in chopped spinach and let it wilt for 1-2 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot with extra Parmesan and crusty bread!
💡 Tips & Variations:
✅ Shortcut: Use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken to save time.
✅ No gnocchi? Substitute with small pasta, rice, or diced potatoes.
✅ Make it dairy-free: Swap heavy cream for coconut milk and use nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan.
This Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup is warm, hearty, and perfect for a cozy meal. Try it tonight for the ultimate comfort food experience! 🍽️
