Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells
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Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells are every bit as decadent as they sound. This recipe really impresses!
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Ingredients
for the alfredo sauce
- 1/2 cup salted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- Salt & ground black pepper to taste
for the filling
- 1 cup chicken any kind, cooked and shredded (think: Rotisserie!)
- 2 eggs beaten
- 2 cups spinach frozen, drained in cheesecloth
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- salt & pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup parsley fresh, chopped
- 1/4 cup basil fresh, chopped
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
for the pasta
- 1 lb jumbo shells pasta
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese for topping
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Instructions
for pasta
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a large handful of salt and jumbo shells to boiling water, stirring occasionally.
- Boil for recommended time, drain, rinse and set aside.
for alfredo sauce
- Melt butter in a heavy-bottomed deep skillet over medium-high heat. Once butter is completely melted reduce heat to medium and add garlic to saute for a couple minutes, being careful not to burn.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir.
- Whisk in cheese and continue stirring until cheese is completely melted and sauce is smooth. Taste and add in salt and pepper, as desired. Set aside.
for filling
- Combine shredded chicken, beaten eggs, spinach, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, herbs and seasonings.
- Add half of the alfredo mixture to the filling.
for shells
- Preheat oven to 375° F.
- Grease a 9x13 baking pan with butter or cooking spray.
- Fill each shell to the brim with the filling mixture and place in baking pan.
- Pour remaining alfredo sauce over top of shells.
- Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese and place in oven to bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
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Calories
804kcal
(40%)
Carbohydrates
29g
(10%)
Protein
39g
(78%)
Fat
59g
(91%)
Saturated Fat
35g
(175%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
16g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
233mg
(78%)
Sodium
1113mg
(46%)
Potassium
322mg
(9%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
3128IU
(63%)
Vitamin C
7mg
(8%)
Calcium
835mg
(84%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 804 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 804kcal | 40% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 39g | 78% |
| Fat | 59g | 91% |
| Saturated Fat | 35g | 175% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 16g | 80% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 233mg | 78% |
| Sodium | 1113mg | 46% |
| Potassium | 322mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 3128IU | 63% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 835mg | 84% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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