Chicken Gnocchi Soup

"A soup that is similar to Olive Gardens recipe"
Serves 10-16 | Prep Time 15 minutes | Cook Time 30 minutesWhy I Love This Recipe
Taste just like the Olive Garden recipe
Ingredients You'll Need
2 tbsp. Butter
1/2 c. Celery, washed and thinly sliced
1/4 c. Grated Onion
1/3 c. Grated Carrots
1 tbsp. Garlic, minced
1/4 c. All Purpose Flour
8 c. Chicken Broth
1/8 tsp. Ground Nutmeg
1/2 tsp. Ground Thyme
4 c. Fresh Baby Spinach, rinsed
2 c. Cooked Chicken, small dice, roasted or grilled
2 c. Heavy Cream
16 oz. Gnocchi, frozen or fresh
Directions
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 chicken broth
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
Pairs Well With
Breadstick