SPINACH CHICKEN MANICOTTI

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Pepper and nutmeg spice up the rich sauce in this hearty pasta dish. I made this for my boyfriend on our first Valentine's Day. It was a big success-now we're married! -Amy Luce, Dallas, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 large onion, chopped
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
2-1/2 cups diced cooked chicken breast
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
3/4 cup diced fully cooked lean ham
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 egg whites
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash ground nutmeg
12 uncooked manicotti shells
SAUCE:
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup fat-free milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash cayenne pepper
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic, cook 1 minute longer. In a large bowl, combine the onion mixture, chicken, spinach, ham, cheese, egg whites, basil, pepper and nutmeg; set aside. , Cook manicotti shells according to package directions. Meanwhile, for sauce, combine flour and broth in a large saucepan until smooth; gradually stir in the milk, salt, nutmeg, pepper and cayenne. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Spoon 1 cup into chicken mixture. Add cheese to remaining sauce. , Spread 1 cup sauce into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Drain shells; stuff with chicken mixture. Arrange over sauce. Drizzle with remaining sauce. Cover and bake at 375° for 35-40 minutes or until bubbly and heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 866mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Robert Mays
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Awful!


D Dkxi
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Not worth the effort.


Shino Gul
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Bland.


Henok Shimels
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Too much cheese.


Aurora Selzer
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Not as flavorful as I expected.


khan mamun
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A bit time-consuming, but worth it.


info meshra
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Easy to make and oh so good!


Ariyan Akib
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Perfect for a special occasion.


Pizzasfor U
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Will definitely make again!


Alwande Mjwara
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Delicious!


Amitab Manna
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This was my first time making manicotti, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the manicotti was cooked perfectly.


Thobeka Maphumulo
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The spinach chicken manicotti was delicious, but I found it to be a bit too cheesy for my taste. I think I'll try using less cheese next time.


Samia Jafrin
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my manicotti shells turned out a bit too soft. I think I'll try cooking them for a shorter amount of time next time.


Achilles Kaluapa
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The spinach chicken manicotti was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The manicotti shells were tender and the filling was flavorful.


Thusha Malar
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I was a bit skeptical about making manicotti at home, but this recipe made it so easy. The instructions were clear and concise, and the dish turned out beautifully.


MUNKAILA RIDWAN
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I've made this spinach chicken manicotti recipe several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's easy to follow, and the results are always delicious.


Charlie Boy
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This spinach chicken manicotti was an absolute delight! The flavors were perfectly balanced, and the manicotti shells were cooked to perfection. I would definitely make this dish again.