Best 5 Amazing Chicken Stuffed Shells Recipes
Prepare to indulge in a culinary masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more: Chicken Stuffed Shells. This delightful dish combines the richness of chicken with the delicate flavors of herbs and cheese, all encased in a tender pasta shell. Our collection of recipes offers a range of options to suit every palate, from classic to unique and innovative flavor combinations. Whether you prefer a creamy sauce or a tangy tomato-based one, you'll find the perfect recipe to satisfy your cravings. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you feeling satisfied and inspired.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
CHICKEN STUFFED SHELLS
These chicken stuffed shells are easy and very yummy. Plus they heat up as leftovers really well! My family loves them!!! I usually cook a 3-4 pound chicken and use it for the shells and a chicken salad.
Provided by JOONEY
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Baked and Roasted
Time 1h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Prepare the stuffing according to package directions.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place pasta shells in the pot, cook 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
- In a saucepan, mix the cream of celery soup, cream of chicken soup, and chicken broth. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook and stir 5 minutes, or until heated through.
- In a bowl, mix the chicken and prepared stuffing. Fill the cooked pasta shells with the chicken mixture, and arrange in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Pour the soup mixture over the stuffed shells. Cover baking dish with aluminum foil.
- Bake 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 575 calories, Carbohydrate 53.5 g, Cholesterol 101.1 mg, Fat 21.6 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 38.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 1435.8 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
CHEESY CHICKEN STUFFED SHELLS RECIPE
Chicken Stuffed Shells is a complete meal that is easy, creamy and prepared in record time! Perfect for busy weeknights, you can make this delicious and hearty meal for your family without spending hours over the stove.
Provided by Holly
Categories dinner Main Course Pasta
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Boil and drain pasta shells until al dente. Rinse in cold water and set aside.
- In a medium sized bowl combine the shredded chicken, ricotta cheese, 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, garlic powder, parsley, and salt & pepper to taste.
- Pour cream of chicken soup into a medium saucepan and heat over medium heat. Stir in evaporated milk and whisk until mixed.
- Add cream cheese to soup mixture stirring over medium heat until melted. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- Fill pasta shells with chicken mixture and place in a 9x13 pan. Top with sauce and remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake until hot & bubbly (about 25 minutes).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 691 kcal, Carbohydrate 69 g, Protein 38 g, Fat 28 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 114 mg, Sodium 909 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving
STUFFED SHELLS III
This recipe is a hit wherever you go. It is a very rich and cheesy meal and looks like a deep-dish pizza when done. I altered what I was originally given because I did not like cottage cheese and added other ingredients that I thought it deserved.
Provided by Renee
Categories Main Dish Recipes Stuffed Main Dish Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- In a large bowl, mix eggs, ricotta, half the mozzarella, half the Parmesan, parsley, salt and pepper until well combined. Stuff cooked shells with ricotta mixture and place in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, stir together pasta sauce, mushrooms and reserved mozzarella and Parmesan. Pour over stuffed shells.
- Bake in preheated oven 45 to 60 minutes, until edges are bubbly and shells are slightly set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 549.7 calories, Carbohydrate 43.7 g, Cholesterol 115.6 mg, Fat 24.5 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 37.7 g, SaturatedFat 13.9 g, Sodium 1544.2 mg, Sugar 9.3 g
AMAZING CHICKEN STUFFED SHELLS
Easy, quick, and inexpensive. Great way to use leftover, cooked chicken. Serve with sauce spooned over top and a sprinkle of parsley (looks pretty). Cook time includes time to cook shells.
Provided by Manda
Categories Chicken
Time 1h10m
Yield 20 shells
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Prepare shells according to package directions and cool.
- Prepare stuffing according to package.
- In large bowl, combine prepared stuffing, chicken, mayonnaise, salt, pepper, and Mrs.
- Dash.
- Set aside.
- Lightly coat 9x13-inch pan with cooking spray.
- Stuff each shell with a large spoonful of chicken mixture and place in pan.
- Mix soup with water in separate bowl.
- Pour over filled shells.
- Loosely cover with aluminum foil and bake 45 minutes.
- Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 46.2, Fat 1.2, SaturatedFat 0.3, Cholesterol 1.6, Sodium 266.6, Carbohydrate 7.3, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.9, Protein 1.4
CHICKEN STUFFED SHELLS
If you love chicken and dressing, you will want to try this! It is EXCELLENT! There are only five ingredients in this recipe, yet it makes a huge 9" X 13" pan - great dish for company! ENJOY!
Provided by wyzgirl14
Categories Pasta Shells
Time 1h50m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cook chicken breasts and cut up into small pieces.
- Cook jumbo shells as instructed on box and set on paper towels to dry.
- Cook stuffing mix as instructed on box (best in microwave).
- Mix stuffing with mayonnaise, add chicken.
- Stuff shells with this mixture.
- Mix cans of soup with 1 1/4 cups of water.
- Pour 1/2 of soup mix into the bottom of a 9" X 13" pan.
- Put shells on top of soup mixture.
- Pour the rest of the soup mixture on top of the shells.
- Bake at 350 degrees (covered) for 50 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
- ENJOY!
Tips:
- Use a large pot to cook the shells to prevent them from sticking together.
- Cook the shells al dente, or slightly firm to the bite, to prevent them from becoming mushy.
- Rinse the shells in cold water to stop the cooking process and prevent them from overcooking.
- Use a variety of cheeses in the filling to create a flavorful and creamy sauce.
- Add fresh herbs, such as basil or oregano, to the filling for extra flavor.
- Use a piping bag or a spoon to fill the shells to make the process easier and keep the shells neat.
- Bake the stuffed shells until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the shells are heated through.
- Serve the stuffed shells with your favorite sauce, such as marinara or Alfredo sauce.
Conclusion:
Chicken stuffed shells are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily make this dish at home. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting recipe to try, give chicken stuffed shells a try. You won't be disappointed!
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