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Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells

A comforting dish featuring tender jumbo pasta shells stuffed with a creamy chicken and cheese filling, topped with Alfredo sauce and melted cheese.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Filling

  • 12 pieces jumbo pasta shells Cook according to package instructions.
  • 2 cups cooked rotisserie chicken, shredded You can use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese Can substitute with cottage cheese.
  • 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded Reserve half for topping.
  • 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 cup Alfredo sauce Use store-bought or homemade.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, for garnish Chopped for serving.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  • In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, ricotta, half of the mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  • Carefully stuff the pasta shells with the chicken and cheese mixture.

Baking

  • Spread a layer of Alfredo sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
  • Place the stuffed shells in the baking dish and cover with remaining Alfredo sauce.
  • Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
  • Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  • Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Serve hot, paired with a side salad or garlic bread. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for about 2 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
Keyword Chicken Alfredo, Comfort Food, Family Dinner, Pasta Recipe, Stuffed Shells
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