CHICKEN & SPINACH CANNELLONI IN A CREAMY SAUCE

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I made this recipe for the first time about 20 years ago. It is always a big hit and makes a nice change from tomato sauce.

Provided by Alice C

Categories     Pasta

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 18

CREAM SAUCE
3 Tbsp butter
3 Tbsp flour
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 1/2 c chicken broth
1 c light cream
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
3/4 c grated swiss cheese
CANNELLONI FILLING
1 pkg cannelloni shells (do not precook)
1 1/4 c diced cooked chicken
1 pkg frozen spinach, cooked & drained
3/4 c ricotta cheese
1/3 c sliced almonds
1/4 c parmesan cheeese
1 large egg, beaten
1 dash(es) ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • 1. In a saucepan, over medium-high heat, combine butter and flour to make a roux. When the roux comes together as a ball, add chicken broth and onions, stirring constantly. Add remaining sauce ingredients and heat it all together, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • 2. Preheat oven to 350 F. Mix filling ingredients and stuff cannelloni shells (do not precook shells). Pour a layer of sauce in a 9 x 13 pan. Add to the cannelloni to the pan. Coat cannelloni with remaining sauce.
  • 3. Bake for 50 - 60 minutes. Broil for last 5 minutes.

Nawaz Sandhu
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This dish was a bit of a disappointment. The cannelloni were dry and the sauce was bland.


Nimra Waqar
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it. The cannelloni were cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Tik Gvidzz
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This recipe is a keeper! The cannelloni were cheesy and flavorful, and the sauce was creamy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Shararti Doll
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I wasn't sure how this dish would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. The cannelloni were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.


nathan beach
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The cannelloni are delicious and the sauce is creamy and flavorful.


Muqaddas Asgher
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out great.


Wonde Wonde beze
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Zeshan Khan
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The cannelloni were a bit dry for my taste, but the sauce was delicious.


Tiger Shahi
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success. The cannelloni were cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Tunufai Ilai
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This dish was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The end result was delicious and everyone loved it.


Nazia Mujtaba
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I've made this recipe a few times now, and it's always a hit. My family loves the cheesy filling and the creamy sauce. It's a great dish for a special occasion.


rifath shahrin
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This chicken spinach cannelloni is a definite winner! The creamy sauce was rich and flavorful, and the cannelloni were cooked to perfection. I especially loved the combination of spinach and chicken.