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Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells

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Creamy Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells filled with juicy shredded chicken, ricotta, cottage cheese, and herbs, all baked in a rich homemade Alfredo sauce. A comforting, hearty pasta dish perfect for weeknights, gatherings, or make-ahead meals.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings (2–3 shells per serving)
  • Category: Pasta Bake
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 20 jumbo pasta shells, cooked and drained
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil, for grilling
  • 3/4 cup ricotta cheese
  • 3/4 cup cottage cheese
  • 3/4 cup grated mozzarella cheese (plus more for topping)
  • 2 cups grated parmesan cheese (plus more for topping)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
  • 2 tbsp minced fresh basil
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream (plus more as needed)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Season chicken with salt and pepper, drizzle a skillet with olive oil, and cook chicken until fully done. Shred with two forks.
  2. In a bowl, combine ricotta, cottage cheese, mozzarella, 1 cup parmesan, eggs, parsley, shredded chicken, and a splash of cream. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. For the Alfredo sauce: melt butter in a skillet, whisk in flour, and cook until golden. Gradually whisk in milk and cream until thickened. Stir in garlic, 1 cup parmesan, basil, parsley, and seasonings to taste.
  4. Pour 1 cup Alfredo sauce into a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  5. Fill each shell with the chicken-cheese mixture and arrange face down in the dish.
  6. Pour remaining sauce over shells and sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan.
  7. Bake for 25 minutes, until bubbly and golden on top. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Swap grilled chicken with rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • For a vegetarian version, replace chicken with sautéed spinach and mushrooms.
  • Add crushed red pepper to the Alfredo sauce for a spicy kick.
  • Use a mix of Italian cheeses for more depth of flavor.
  • Can be assembled ahead and refrigerated up to 24 hours before baking.

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