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Baked cheesy Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells with broccoli and creamy sauce on a rustic plate

Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Alfredo Stuffed Shells Without Ricotta


  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This dish features jumbo pasta shells filled with tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and a creamy Alfredo cheese blend without ricotta. Baked until bubbly and golden, it makes a satisfying family meal.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 20 jumbo pasta shells
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 2 cups fresh broccoli florets, steamed and chopped
  • 2 cups Alfredo sauce
  • 6 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • fresh parsley for garnish

  • Instructions

    1. Cook shells in salted boiling water until al dente, drain, and toss with oil to prevent sticking

    2. Sauté chicken in a skillet over medium heat until cooked through and lightly golden, season with salt and pepper

    3. Steam broccoli until tender, chop finely, and set aside

    4. In a bowl, beat cream cheese with one cup of Alfredo sauce until smooth, then stir in half the mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic, and Italian seasoning

    5. Fold cooked chicken and broccoli into the cheese mixture until well combined

    6. Butter a 9×13 inch baking dish and spread 1/2 cup Alfredo sauce on the bottom

    7. Fill each shell with the chicken mixture and arrange them snugly in the dish

    8. Pour remaining Alfredo sauce over the shells and sprinkle with the reserved mozzarella cheese

    9. Cover the dish with foil and bake at 375 F (190 C) for 20 minutes, then uncover and bake an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden

    10. Let rest for 5 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve

    • Prep Time: 20 minutes
    • Cook Time: 30 minutes
    • Category: main course
    • Method: baking
    • Cuisine: italian

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 4 shells
    • Calories: 450
    • Sugar: 4
    • Sodium: 700
    • Fat: 22
    • Saturated Fat: 10
    • Unsaturated Fat: 8
    • Trans Fat: 0
    • Carbohydrates: 35
    • Fiber: 3
    • Protein: 25
    • Cholesterol: 70

    Keywords: cheesy chicken, broccoli alfredo, stuffed shells, chicken alfredo, comfort food, alfredo pasta, baked shells