Description
Creamy and comforting jumbo pasta shells stuffed with shredded chicken, broccoli, ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese, then baked in Alfredo sauce until bubbly and golden.
Ingredients
- 20 jumbo pasta shells
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 2 cups broccoli florets, finely chopped and lightly steamed
- 1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package directions until al dente. Drain and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, broccoli, ricotta cheese, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Spread 1 cup of Alfredo sauce over the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Fill each cooked shell with the chicken and broccoli mixture and arrange in the baking dish.
- Pour the remaining Alfredo sauce evenly over the stuffed shells.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup mozzarella cheese on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for 10–15 minutes more, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken can be used for convenience.
- Add cooked spinach for extra vegetables.
- Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese can replace mozzarella for a different flavor.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy variation.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Freeze for up to 3 months in a freezer-safe container.
- Assemble up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
