Description
Indulge in the creamy comfort of baked chicken Alfredo stuffed shells, a dish that transforms ordinary pasta into a gourmet experience. Each large shell is generously filled with tender chicken, rich Alfredo sauce, and gooey cheese, creating a flavor-packed meal that pleases any crowd. Perfect for family dinners or impressing guests, this recipe will quickly become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large pasta shells
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook pasta shells until al dente (about 9 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant. Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown.
- In a bowl, combine cooked chicken with Alfredo sauce and half of the mozzarella cheese until well mixed.
- Stuff each pasta shell with the chicken mixture and place them seam-side up in a greased baking dish.
- Pour remaining Alfredo sauce over the stuffed shells, then sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 80mg