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4.9 from 45 votes

Pizza Stuffed Shells

These pizza stuffed shells are pasta shells filled with three kinds of cheese and pepperoni, then baked to perfection in tomato sauce.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 604 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 24 jumbo pasta shells cooked according to package directions
  • 5 ounces Mini pepperoni divided use
  • 16 ounces ricotta cheese
  • 12 ounces shredded Mozzarella cheese divided use
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cups Pizza Sauce or marinara sauce
  • 2 tablespoons parsley chopped
  • cooking spray

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a 9"x13" baking pan with cooking spray.
  2. Spread the pizza sauce in an even layer in the bottom of the pan.
  3. Place 1/2 the pepperoni, the ricotta cheese, 1/2 the mozzarella cheese, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper and parmesan cheese in a large bowl. Stir to combine.
  4. Fill each shell with the ricotta mixture and place in the baking dish.
  5. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and pepperoni over the top of the shells.
  6. Bake for 25 minutes or until cheese is melted and starting to brown. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

Notes

  • Make ahead instructions. Fill the shells and place in the pan on top of the layer of pizza sauce. Cover and refrigerate for up to 8 hours. Uncover and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and pepperoni. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until pasta is heated through and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Information

Calories 604kcal (30%) Carbohydrates 34g (11%) Protein 35g (70%) Fat 26g (40%) Saturated Fat 18g (90%) Cholesterol 115mg (38%) Sodium 607mg (25%) Potassium 691mg (20%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 1445IU (29%) Vitamin C 10.5mg (12%) Calcium 576mg (58%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 604

% Daily Value*

Calories 604kcal 30%
Carbohydrates 34g 11%
Protein 35g 70%
Fat 26g 40%
Saturated Fat 18g 90%
Cholesterol 115mg 38%
Sodium 607mg 25%
Potassium 691mg 15%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 1445IU 29%
Vitamin C 10.5mg 12%
Calcium 576mg 58%
Iron 3mg 17%

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