Chicken Gnocchi Soup, (Olive Garden)

By pcoates

16 1 cup servings

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp, Butter
• 1/2 c. Celery, washed & thinly sliced
• 1/4 c. Grated Onion
• 1/3 c. Grated Carrots
• 1 Tbsp. Garlic, minced
• 2 Tbsp. flour
• 6 chicken Bouillon Cubes
• 8 c. water
• 1/8 tsp. ground nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp. ground Thyme
• 4 c. Fresh Baby Spinach, rinsed
• 2 c. cooked chicken (roasted or grilled), small dice
• 2 c. Heavy Cream
• 16 0z. Gnocchi, frozen or fresh
• Cornstarch, if needed
• Cold Water, if needed

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat; then add the celery, onions, carrots, and garlic. Stir for 1-2 minutes until the celery starts to soften.
2. Whisk in the flour; then add the water and chicken bouillon cubes.
3. Next, add the chicken, nutmeg and thyme; stir well. Increase heat and bring to a boil; then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
4. Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan; then add it to the soup along with the spinach and gnocchi.
5. Simmer for an additional 15-20 minutes or until gnocchi is cooked. If needed combine equal parts of cornstarch and cold water to thicken your soup as desired