Chicken Gnocchi Soup

Chicken Gnocchi Soup

Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup (Better Than Olive Garden!)

Looking for a cozy, comforting dinner idea? This homemade Chicken Gnocchi Soup is creamy, flavorful, and packed with tender chicken, fluffy gnocchi, and fresh veggies. It’s inspired by the popular Olive Garden version—but we think it’s even better!

Perfect for chilly nights or whenever you’re craving a hearty bowl of soup, this easy one-pot recipe comes together in about 30 minutes. Even picky eaters will ask for seconds!

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Why You’ll Love This Chicken Gnocchi Soup

• Creamy and comforting

• Uses simple pantry staples

• Ready in 30 minutes

• Family favorite dinner

• Great Olive Garden copycat

This soup is like the one served at Olive Garden (although we all think this version is even better!)

I have to warn you of a few things first:

One, everyone will bug you to make this over and over.

Two, it is very filling, but so delicious so you will want to keep eating!  This soup will definitely get you full!

I used a rotisserie chicken.  One rotisserie chicken will give you 4 cups of diced cooked chicken; you can save the other 2 cups for another meal.

Ingredients:

2 cups diced, cooked chicken
2 Tablespoons butter
2 Tablespoons flour
½ cup onion, finely diced
¼ cup celery, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups milk
2 cups chicken broth or stock
½ cup carrots, shredded
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup fresh spinach, chopped (or you can use ½ cup frozen)
8 oz. potato gnocchi (usually ½ of a package)

Directions:

1.  Melt butter over medium heat in a large pot.  Add onion, celery and garlic; cook until onion is soft and translucent, stirring occasionally.

2.  Add the flour; cook and stir for 1 minute.  Gradually add the milk, cooking and stirring until smooth and thickened.

3.  Add the remaining ingredients; simmer for 10 minutes.  Salt & pepper to taste.

Serves 4

Tips and Variations

• Make it vegetarian: Skip the chicken and use vegetable broth.

• Add cream: For an extra creamy soup, substitute ½ cup of milk with heavy cream.

• Meal prep: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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Final Thoughts

This creamy chicken gnocchi soup is the kind of recipe that keeps you coming back for more. It’s easy to make, incredibly satisfying, and the perfect homemade comfort food. Whether you’re a fan of Olive Garden soups or just love a hearty, warming meal, this recipe will be a hit at your dinner table.

Chicken Gnocchi Soup