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Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe Easy Homemade Olive Garden Copycat

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A cozy, creamy chicken gnocchi soup inspired by Olive Garden, featuring tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and fresh spinach in a rich, velvety broth. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or comforting meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie chicken works great)
  • 1 package (about 16 oz / 450 g) potato gnocchi (fresh refrigerated preferred)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup small-curd cottage cheese, blended smooth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Dice the onion finely and mince the garlic cloves. Shred or chop your cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces. Roughly chop the spinach and set aside.
  2. Heat the butter in a large pot over medium heat until melted and bubbling. Add the diced onions and cook until soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Sprinkle the flour over the onion and garlic, stirring constantly to form a smooth paste. Cook the roux, stirring often, for about 2-3 minutes until it smells slightly nutty and thickens. Do not let it brown or burn.
  4. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Then add the milk and cream, stirring to combine. Keep the heat moderate so the soup thickens but doesn’t boil vigorously.
  5. While the soup simmers, blend the cottage cheese until smooth using a blender or immersion blender. Stir it into the pot to boost creaminess without heaviness.
  6. Add the gnocchi to the simmering soup. Cook until they float to the top, about 3-5 minutes. Keep an eye on them to avoid overcooking and mushiness.
  7. Stir in the cooked chicken and chopped spinach. Add dried thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Let everything heat through until the spinach wilts and the chicken is warmed, about 3-5 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  8. Ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

If the soup seems too thick, add a splash of broth or milk to loosen it up. Stir frequently once gnocchi is added to prevent sticking. For gluten-free, substitute flour with gluten-free blend or cornstarch and use gluten-free gnocchi. Cottage cheese can be replaced with cream cheese or blended silken tofu for dairy-free versions.

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