Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells
A hearty plate of jumbo pasta shells filled with creamy chicken and cheese, smothered in rich Alfredo sauce for a comforting family meal.
Ingredients
For the Stuffed Shells
- 25 pieces jumbo pasta shells
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 16 oz ricotta cheese adds creaminess
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese provides melt and stretch
- ⅓ cup shredded parmesan cheese adds a nutty flavor
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder for savory depth
For the Alfredo Sauce
- 3 cups heavy cream creates a rich sauce
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder enhances flavor
- ½ cup shredded parmesan cheese for sauce
- ¼ cup butter adds richness to sauce
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese topping for meltiness
- ½ teaspoon parsley flakes for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Cook the pasta shells according to the instructions on the package, then drain them and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, shredded parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Stir together all the ingredients in the bowl until fully combined, then set aside.
Cooking the Sauce
- Pour the heavy cream into a large saute pan over medium heat.
- Add the salt, pepper, and garlic powder to the pan and whisk well to combine.
- Increase the heat to bring the cream to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and stir in the shredded parmesan cheese until melted.
- Add the butter to the pan, whisk until melted.
Assembly
- Ladle about a third of the sauce into the bottom of a greased 9 x 13 inch baking dish.
- Fill each pasta shell with the chicken and cheese mixture and arrange them in a single layer in the baking dish.
- Pour the remaining sauce over the stuffed shells.
- Sprinkle the remaining shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
Baking
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle with parsley flakes for garnish.
- Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with side salad or steamed vegetables. Great for potlucks and gatherings. Can be reheated for lunches.