Slow Cooker Chicken Gnocchi Soup (Olive Garden Copycat) Recipe
This creamy Slow Cooker Chicken Gnocchi Soup is a comforting and hearty dish that mirrors the flavors of the popular Olive Garden recipe. Loaded with tender shredded chicken, pillowy potato gnocchi, and nutritious spinach in a rich, creamy broth, this soup is a perfect choice for an easy and delicious meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Chicken Soup:
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups matchstick carrots
- 1 cup diced onion
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 ½ Tablespoons Italian seasoning
- 4 cups chicken stock
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 pound potato gnocchi
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 ½ cups shredded Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Soup Base: In a 6-quart slow cooker, combine chicken, carrots, onion, celery, garlic, Italian seasoning, and chicken stock.
- Cook: Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 6 hours.
- Shred Chicken: Remove chicken, shred, and return to the slow cooker.
- Add Gnocchi and Cream: Stir in gnocchi and heavy cream, then cook for an additional 30 minutes.
- Finish: Just before serving, add spinach and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper, then ladle into bowls.
Notes
- Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Substitute kale for spinach if desired.
- Experiment with different types of gnocchi.
- Slow cooker times may vary, adjust as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 513 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 811mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.01g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 123mg
