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Home » Recipes » Soup / Stew / Chili Recipes » Pesto Chicken Gnocchi Soup

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Pesto Chicken Gnocchi Soup

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15-minute Pesto Chicken Gnocchi Soup inspired by Olive Garden chicken gnocchi soup. Packaged gnocchi, rotisserie chicken, pesto, cream, spinach, and broth become a fab dinner with minimal effort. This gnocchi soup recipe belongs in your weeknight dinner recipe collection.

white bowl of pesto chicken gnocchi soup with spoon on black and white napkin with parmesan shreds on gray surface

This Pesto Gnocchi Soup recipe is 100% inspired by the Olive Garden gnocchi soup recipe ... with added pesto. Even if you haven't tried OG's gnocchi soup, you'll find this recipe to be crazy easy and super delicious. It's a budget-friendly, last-minute dinner the whole family will love!

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1) Pesto chicken gnocchi soup ingredients
2) How to make chicken gnocchi soup in 15 minutes
3) Recommended tools
4) How to use rotisserie chicken
5) More rotisserie chicken recipes
6) More easy soup recipes to love
7) Pesto Chicken Gnocchi Soup
7.1) Ingredients
7.2) Recipe Instructions
7.3) Nutrition

Pesto chicken gnocchi soup ingredients

Visit recipe card below 👇🏼 for printable amounts and instructions

  • packaged gnocchi
  • chicken broth - or preferred broth
  • rotisserie chicken or Instant Pot shredded chicken
  • pesto - packaged or homemade (check out my arugula pesto)
  • fresh spinach - could use frozen too
white bowl of pesto chicken gnocchi soup with spoon on black and white napkin with parmesan shreds on gray surface

How to make chicken gnocchi soup in 15 minutes

Visit recipe card below 👇🏼 for printable amounts and instructions

  1. Add dry gnocchi and chicken stock to a soup pot.
  2. Bring to a boil.
  3. Add shredded chicken, heavy cream, pesto, and spinach
  4. Reduce heat to med-low and simmer until ingredients are warmed through.

Recommended tools

  • 3.5 quart stainless sauce pot
  • soup ladle
white bowl of pesto chicken gnocchi soup with spoon on black and white napkin on gray surface

How to use rotisserie chicken

When we buy fresh-cooked, rotisserie chicken from the store, we don't just bring it home and devour it in one meal.

Instead, we remove all the meat (it's easier while it’s still warm), eat a couple bites, and turn it into meals, preferably with other healthy ingredients surrounding it.

This way, we maximize our dollars and find ourselves with a delicious protein we can spread across a few meals.

More rotisserie chicken recipes

  • Easy Chicken Tortilla Soup
  • Rotisserie Chicken Teriyaki Lettuce Cups
  • One Pot Chicken and Broccoli Rice
  • Chicken Teriyaki Fried Brown Rice

More easy soup recipes to love

  • Minestrone Soup [Instant Pot or Stove]
  • Homemade Tomato Soup
  • Lasagna Soup [Instant Pot or Stove]
  • Italian Sausage Soup with Orzo
  • Easy Chicken Tortilla Soup
  • In-A-Hurry Kale Chickpea Soup
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Pesto Chicken Gnocchi Soup

15-minute Pesto Chicken Gnocchi Soup inspired by Olive Garden chicken gnocchi soup. Packaged gnocchi, rotisserie chicken, pesto, spinach, and broth become a fab dinner with minimal effort. This gnocchi soup recipe belongs in your weeknight dinner recipe collection.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 6 1-cup servings
Author: Traci - TheKitchenGirl.com

Ingredients

  • 17.5 oz packaged Gnocchi
  • 1 quart Chicken Broth
  • 1 cup Shredded Rotisserie Chicken or any cooked chicken
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream or half and half
  • 2 Tbsp Pesto
  • 1 cup Fresh Spinach or 1 cup frozen spinach
  • Black Pepper to taste

Recipe Instructions
 

  • In a 3.5 quart soup pot over high heat, combine GNOCCHI and CHICKEN BROTH. Bring to a boil long enough to soften gnocchi.
  • Reduce heat to med low. Add CHICKEN, HEAVY CREAM, PESTO, and SPINACH.
  • Simmer until warmed through, stirring as needed.
  • Serve warm. Garnish options: Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, lemon juice, or crushed red pepper
Tried this recipe? I'd love your review!Visit the comments below and tell me how it went.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 269kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 52mg | Sodium: 1049mg | Potassium: 162mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 719IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutrition data provided as courtesy estimates using unbranded ingredients from a nutrition database. Please consult preferred resource for precise data.

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  1. AvatarEllen says

    September 08, 2019 at 5:16 pm

    10 minutes is my kind of dish! This will be so perfect when the temperatures start to drop.

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      September 08, 2019 at 6:34 pm

      Thanks, Ellen...enjoy!

  2. AvatarAndrea says

    September 08, 2019 at 4:52 pm

    5 stars
    I'm so excited about this soup. I love regular chicken gnocchi but can't have it any more. This is definitely a perfect alternative.

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      September 08, 2019 at 6:34 pm

      Awesome, Andrea! Glad you can enjoy it 🙂

  3. AvatarAnnissa says

    September 08, 2019 at 4:50 pm

    5 stars
    What an easy soup to make. I love the flavors pesto adds. The spinach adds a pop of color and a burst of nutrition. Wonderful!

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      September 08, 2019 at 6:33 pm

      Thank you, Annissa 🙂 Love hearing that!

  4. AvatarJessica Formicola says

    September 08, 2019 at 4:15 pm

    5 stars
    I love pesto, and this soup looks incredible! I can't wait for a chilly fall day so that I can try it!

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      September 08, 2019 at 6:32 pm

      Thank you, Jessica...enjoy!

  5. AvatarMike van stone says

    January 18, 2019 at 6:00 pm

    5 stars
    It was delish. Ryan and I had it tonight for dinner with a salad. Thanks!!

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      January 18, 2019 at 9:08 pm

      Woohoo, so glad to hear it! I love the flavors in this one 🙂

  6. AvatarDanielle Wolter says

    September 20, 2018 at 5:26 am

    5 stars
    10 minutes? sold! this sounds amazing. gnocchi is one of my favorite things, and i love the pesto. I'm a sucker for creamy soups, but my waistline does not agree, so i love this healthier twist.

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      September 21, 2018 at 3:11 pm

      Awesome Danielle! Yep, this really is a 10 minute recipe...it's crazy easy! Hope you love it!

  7. AvatarLisa Huff says

    September 18, 2018 at 10:12 am

    5 stars
    Wow, ready in 10 minutes? That's amazing! My kind of meal!

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      September 18, 2018 at 1:57 pm

      Yep, ready in 10! Necessity is the mother of invention 😉 Thanks Lisa!

  8. AvatarAllison - Celebrating Sweets says

    September 18, 2018 at 10:06 am

    5 stars
    This makes me so excited for cooler weather. This looks WAY better than the Olive Garden version - I can't wait to try it!

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      September 18, 2018 at 1:56 pm

      Haha well, I'll take the Olive Garden's version too, but this is my lazy adaptation LOL 😉

  9. AvatarHaley D Williams says

    September 18, 2018 at 9:57 am

    5 stars
    How yummy is this! I love a good soup and I really like the pesto flavoring you have!

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      September 18, 2018 at 1:55 pm

      Thanks Haley, yes the pesto adds so much flavor to this dish!

  10. AvatarKatie says

    September 18, 2018 at 9:33 am

    5 stars
    Such a simple recipe that's packed with flavor! I love gnocchi, and this sounds delicious!

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      September 18, 2018 at 1:54 pm

      Thanks Katie, hope you get to try it sometime!

  11. AvatarBenjamin J Myhre says

    September 18, 2018 at 9:18 am

    5 stars
    I am not gonna lie.... I love that Olive Garden soup and I love gnocchi. I am really a sucker for Olive Garden and this looks like a fantastic recipe!

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      September 18, 2018 at 1:53 pm

      Haha I feel ya, Ben! I'm all for both, but this is my "lazy" version LOL 😉

  12. AvatarMonica | Nourish & Fete says

    February 19, 2018 at 11:00 am

    5 stars
    Yum! I love using broth for soups and adding beans and greens - it makes for such a healthier option - and then adding the pasta rounds it out for a full meal. Such a great recipe!

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      February 19, 2018 at 11:49 am

      Thanks so much Monica...couldn't agree more! 🙂

  13. AvatarShadi Hasanzadenemati says

    February 19, 2018 at 10:31 am

    5 stars
    I love gnocchi soup! I've tried it with tomatoes but never with pesto! Loving this combo!

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      February 19, 2018 at 4:31 pm

      Thanks, Shadi...I've been loving this combo for some time now! Not sure what made me think of it...other than my sheer obsession for pesto 🙂

  14. AvatarGinny says

    February 19, 2018 at 9:54 am

    5 stars
    I love gnocchi and that is great I can find it pre-made. Thanks for the ideas and recipe.

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      February 19, 2018 at 10:10 am

      You're so welcome, Ginny 🙂 Thank you too!

  15. AvatarSuzy says

    February 19, 2018 at 9:52 am

    Mmm this sounds so good!

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      February 19, 2018 at 10:09 am

      Thanks so much, Suzy!

  16. AvatarCarle says

    February 19, 2018 at 9:13 am

    With all of this cold weather, a warm bowl of comfort like this is just the thing. I love how quick and easy it is too!

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      February 19, 2018 at 9:36 am

      Thanks Carle, we love our quick comfort food over here 🙂

  17. AvatarCarolyn says

    November 07, 2016 at 3:26 am

    Was beautiful and really handy to have such a quick and satisfying soup. Especially as at tail end of a cold virus and just what I needed! thanks Traci

    Reply

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