Chicken Stuffed Shells Recipe
🍗 Description: This delightful Chicken Stuffed Shells recipe, inspired by Woman’s Day, is a perfect way to utilize leftover chicken or cook up some fresh boneless, skinless chicken breasts for a delectable meal. Stuffed with a savory blend of chicken, cheese, and parsley, these shells are baked to perfection, making for a comforting and satisfying dish that’s sure to please the whole family.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Servings: 5
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 12 | Jumbo pasta shells |
| 2 1/4 | cups grated Parmesan cheese |
| 4 | boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cooked and shredded) |
| 3/4 | cup fresh parsley leaves |
| 1/2 | teaspoon salt |
| 1/4 | teaspoon black pepper |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Prepare Baking Pan: Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking pan and spread 1 cup of marinara sauce evenly across the bottom.
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Cook Pasta Shells: Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to the package instructions until they are al dente. Once cooked, drain them in a colander and cool them under gently running cool water to prevent them from sticking together.
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Prepare Chicken Mixture: In a separate mixing bowl, combine the cooked and shredded chicken breasts with 2 cups of grated Parmesan cheese, finely chopped fresh parsley leaves, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to ensure all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
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Stuff Shells: Take each cooked pasta shell and fill it with a generous amount of the chicken mixture, ensuring they are well stuffed.
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Arrange in Baking Pan: Place the stuffed shells in the prepared baking pan, arranging them in a single layer. Once all the shells are in the pan, drizzle the remaining marinara sauce over the top.
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Bake: Cover the baking pan snugly with aluminum foil to trap the moisture and flavors. Place it in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the shells are heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Serve: Once done, carefully remove the foil and serve the Chicken Stuffed Shells hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley leaves if desired.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 590.9
- Fat: 15.5g
- Saturated Fat: 5.2g
- Cholesterol: 97.2mg
- Sodium: 861.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 64.7g
- Fiber: 2.8g
- Sugar: 11.4g
- Protein: 45.1g
Keywords:
Pasta Shells, Poultry, Cheese, Meat, Oven, < 4 Hours, Inexpensive
This Chicken Stuffed Shells recipe is a fantastic way to transform leftover chicken into a flavorful and satisfying meal that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re cooking for a family dinner or entertaining guests, these stuffed shells are sure to impress with their delicious combination of tender chicken, gooey cheese, and aromatic parsley. So why not give this recipe a try and indulge in a hearty and comforting dish that’s sure to become a favorite in your household?
