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Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Manicotti

This delicious chicken alfredo manicotti recipe is a comfort food classic that makes a family-friendly meal for weeknight dinners.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time, divided
30 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 3
Calories: 1131 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian , American

Ingredients

  • 6 Manicotti noodles
  • 2 ½ cups chicken cooked and shredded (about 2 large chicken breasts)
  • 2 cups broccoli florets cooked
  • 1 tub (15 oz) ricotta cheese
  • ½ cup Colby jack cheese shredded
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 ½ tablespoons Italian seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 jar (22 oz) Alfredo sauce or homemade
  • ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese shredded
  • fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

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  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees and grease a 9x13 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Colby jack, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth.
  3. Add chicken and broccoli to the cheese mixture and combine well.
  4. Spread a ¼ cup layer of alfredo sauce over the bottom of your 9x13 baking dish and cook your manicotti noodles according to the box directions, allow them to cool slightly.
  5. Stuff your cooked manicotti noodles with the chicken broccoli mixture. The easiest way to do this is to hold the noodle in one hand and squeeze it open while using a spoon to stuff the noodle with the other hand. The noodles break easily so be careful not to stuff them too full. You can stuff them from both ends to make it easier as well.
  6. Lay the stuffed noodles side by side lengthwise in your baking dish and cover with the remaining alfredo sauce.
  7. Bake uncovered in your preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the sauce is bubbly and the stuffed noodles are heated throughout.
  8. Sprinkle an even layer of shredded parmesan cheese over the noodles and place it back in the oven, uncovered, for 5 minutes or just long enough to melt the parmesan cheese.
  9. Top with chopped parsley and serve warm.

Notes

  • If you want a full, well rounded meal, check out this list of oh so delicious side dishes that Ken and I prepared for you. I'm sure you'll find just what you're looking for.
  • Carefully stuff your manicotti noodles as they can easily break and avoid overstuffing them.
  • Carefully stuff your manicotti noodles as they can easily break and avoid overstuffing them.
  • Try using two spoons instead of one to fill your manicotti. Hold each end open while spooning in the filling with one spoon while using the other spoon to help push down on the filling and prevent overstuffing.
  • Try using two spoons instead of one to fill your manicotti. Hold each end open while spooning in the filling with one spoon while using the other spoon to help push down on the filling and prevent overstuffing.
  • Space the manicotti out evenly in the baking dish so they cook evenly.
  • Space the manicotti out evenly in the baking dish so they cook evenly.
  • For an extra cheesy version, sprinkle shredded mozzarella on top of the noodles and broil in the last five minutes until golden brown.
  • For an extra cheesy version, sprinkle shredded mozzarella on top of the noodles and broil in the last five minutes until golden brown.
  • Use freshly shredded cheese for the best flavor and texture. Pre-shredded cheese can often be dry and contain added starches that prevent proper melting.
  • Use freshly shredded cheese for the best flavor and texture. Pre-shredded cheese can often be dry and contain added starches that prevent proper melting.
  • Don't overcook the manicotti during prep. Cook them only to al dente. That way they won't become overcooked and mushy once baked in the oven.
  • Don't overcook the manicotti during prep. Cook them only to al dente. That way they won't become overcooked and mushy once baked in the oven.
  • Cool the manicotti noodles before you stuff them with the chicken and broccoli mixture.
  • Cool the manicotti noodles before you stuff them with the chicken and broccoli mixture.

Nutrition Information

Calories 1131kcal (57%) Carbohydrates 40g (13%) Protein 72g (144%) Fat 74g (114%) Saturated Fat 40g (200%) Polyunsaturated Fat 10g Monounsaturated Fat 20g Trans Fat 0.02g Cholesterol 345mg (115%) Sodium 2184mg (91%) Potassium 959mg (27%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 1629IU (33%) Vitamin C 56mg (62%) Calcium 815mg (82%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 3Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 1131

% Daily Value*

Calories 1131kcal 57%
Carbohydrates 40g 13%
Protein 72g 144%
Fat 74g 114%
Saturated Fat 40g 200%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10g 59%
Monounsaturated Fat 20g 100%
Trans Fat 0.02g 1%
Cholesterol 345mg 115%
Sodium 2184mg 91%
Potassium 959mg 20%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 1629IU 33%
Vitamin C 56mg 62%
Calcium 815mg 82%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.