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Creamy baked Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells topped with sauce and herbs on a rustic plate

creamy chicken alfredo stuffed shells


  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6

Description

These creamy chicken alfredo stuffed shells combine tender pasta shells with a rich garlic Alfredo sauce and shredded chicken for a comforting baked casserole. Perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or make-ahead meals.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 18 jumbo pasta shells
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil

  • Instructions

    1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.

    2. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.

    3. Cook pasta shells in salted boiling water until al dente then drain and toss with olive oil.

    4. In a bowl mix chicken, cream cheese, one cup of mozzarella, half the parmesan, and italian seasoning then season with salt and pepper.

    5. In a saucepan melt butter over medium heat and add garlic, sautéing until fragrant.

    6. Whisk in heavy cream and cook until slightly thickened then stir in remaining parmesan.

    7. Spread a thin layer of alfredo sauce in the baking dish.

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

    9. Pour the remaining alfredo sauce over the shells and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella.

    10. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.

    11. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.

    12. Let rest for a few minutes then garnish with parsley before serving.

    • Prep Time: 20 minutes
    • Cook Time: 35 minutes
    • Category: main course
    • Method: baked
    • Cuisine: italian-american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 3 shells
    • Calories: 450
    • Sugar: 3
    • Sodium: 600
    • Fat: 20
    • Saturated Fat: 10
    • Unsaturated Fat: 8
    • Trans Fat: 0
    • Carbohydrates: 45
    • Fiber: 2
    • Protein: 25
    • Cholesterol: 70

    Keywords: chicken alfredo, stuffed shells, baked pasta, comfort food, alfredo sauce, family dinner