Description
Dive into the irresistible world of “Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells” – a dish that’s guaranteed to satisfy your cravings for comfort, flavor, and pure indulgence. This Italian-American classic combines the richness of Alfredo sauce, the creaminess of ricotta, and the savory goodness of tender chicken, all nestled within perfectly cooked pasta shells.
Ingredients
- Jumbo pasta shells
- Cooked and shredded chicken
- Alfredo sauce
- Ricotta cheese
- Mozzarella cheese
- Parmesan cheese
- Garlic powder
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Gently add the jumbo pasta shells and cook them until they’re al dente, following the package instructions. Drain the shells and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process, ensuring they don’t become too soft or mushy.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked and shredded chicken, ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella cheese, the Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir the ingredients together until they’re well-incorporated, creating a creamy and flavorful filling.
3. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread half of the Alfredo sauce in the bottom of a baking dish. Carefully spoon the chicken and cheese filling into each cooked pasta shell, making sure to fill them evenly. Arrange the stuffed shells in the prepared baking dish.
4. Pour the remaining Alfredo sauce over the top of the stuffed shells, ensuring they’re all well-coated. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese over the top. Bake the Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells for approximately 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
To ensure your Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells turn out perfectly every time, here are a few helpful tips:
– Cook the pasta shells just until al dente, as they’ll continue to soften during the baking process.
– Be gentle when stuffing the shells to avoid breaking them.
– Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and texture.
– Adjust the baking time if you’re making the dish ahead and refrigerating it before baking.
– Serve the stuffed shells immediately for the ultimate creamy, cheesy experience.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 25
- Protein: 0
- Cholesterol: 60