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Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells

Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells are every bit as decadent as they sound. This recipe really impresses!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 804 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian

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

Instructions

for pasta
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  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a large handful of salt and jumbo shells to boiling water, stirring occasionally.
  2. Boil for recommended time, drain, rinse and set aside.
for alfredo sauce
  1. 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.
  2. Pour in the heavy cream and stir.
  3. 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
  1. Combine shredded chicken, beaten eggs, spinach, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, herbs and seasonings.
  2. Add half of the alfredo mixture to the filling.
for shells
  1. Preheat oven to 375° F.
  2. Grease a 9x13 baking pan with butter or cooking spray.
  3. Fill each shell to the brim with the filling mixture and place in baking pan.
  4. Pour remaining alfredo sauce over top of shells.
  5. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese and place in oven to bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
  6. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Information

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

% 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.