Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi

Step 1

Melt the butter and olive oil in a large pot or a Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, celery, and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 3

Whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute. Whisk in the half-and-half. Simmer until thickened.

Step 4

Whisk in the chicken broth. Simmer until thickened again. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt, thyme, parsley, nutmeg (if using), shredded carrots, spinach, chicken, and gnocchi.

Step 5

Simmer until the soup is heated through. Before serving, season with additional salt, if necessary.