Description
Garlic butter chicken alfredo stuffed shells are a deliciously comforting dish that brings warmth and joy to any dining table. These jumbo pasta shells are generously filled with a creamy garlic butter chicken mixture, smothered in rich Alfredo sauce, and topped with gooey mozzarella cheese. Perfect for family dinners or special gatherings, this recipe is sure to impress your guests and become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Pour in heavy cream and add Parmesan cheese; simmer until thickened.
- Fill each pasta shell with the chicken mixture and arrange seam side up in the baking dish. Pour remaining sauce over shells and sprinkle with mozzarella.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (approximately 260g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 90mg