Creamy Chicken and Gnocchi Soup: Olive Garden Made Better!

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 (17.6 ounce) package potato gnocchi
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for garnish
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)