Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells
A comforting dish with creamy cheese, savory chicken, and pasta, perfect for family dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
Cheese Mixture
- 16 oz ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
Sauce
- 3 cups heavy cream
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/3 cup shredded parmesan cheese
Pasta
- 25 pcs jumbo pasta shells
Toppings
- 1/2 teaspoon parsley flakes for garnish
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese for topping
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook the pasta shells according to package directions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, shredded parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Mix until well combined and set aside.
Making the Sauce
- In a large sauté pan over medium heat, pour in the heavy cream.
- Add salt, pepper, and garlic powder to the cream and whisk until combined.
- Bring the cream to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens.
- Remove from heat and stir in shredded parmesan cheese until melted.
- Add butter to the pan, whisking until melted.
Assembly and Baking
- Pour about 1/3 of the sauce into a greased 9 x 13 inch baking dish.
- Fill each cooked pasta shell with the chicken and cheese mixture and arrange them in a single layer over the sauce.
- Pour the remaining sauce over the shells and sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- Bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes or until the sauce bubbles and the cheese begins to brown.
Serving
- After baking, sprinkle parsley flakes on top and let sit for about 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve with a fresh garden salad and garlic bread on the side.
Notes
Make sure the pasta shells are not overcooked; they should be al dente since they will continue to cook in the oven. For an even richer flavor, consider adding sautéed mushrooms or spinach to the cheese mixture. Using rotisserie chicken can save time.