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Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells

Delicious jumbo pasta shells filled with a creamy chicken Alfredo mixture, topped with mozzarella cheese and baked to perfection.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Stuffed Shells
  • 12 jumbo shells jumbo pasta shells Cooked according to package instructions until al dente.
  • 2 cups cooked chicken Shredded or diced.
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese Room temperature.
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese Shredded, plus more for topping.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Grated.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt To taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper To taste.
For the Alfredo Sauce
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Melted.
  • 2 cups heavy cream Room temperature.
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese Grated.
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt To taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper To taste.
For Topping
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese Shredded.
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese Grated.

Method
 

Prepare the Pasta
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water. Add the jumbo pasta shells and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
Make the Filling
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Prepare the Alfredo Sauce
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  2. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 5-7 minutes.
Assemble the Dish
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread a thin layer of Alfredo sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
  2. Stuff each cooked shell with the chicken filling and place them in the baking dish, open side up.
  3. Once all shells are filled, pour the remaining Alfredo sauce over the top, ensuring all shells are covered.
  4. Sprinkle the additional mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
Bake
  1. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  2. Let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For added flavor, consider adding fresh herbs like parsley or basil as a garnish before serving.

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