Indulge in a culinary masterpiece that combines the classic flavors of stuffed shells and Alfredo sauce in a comforting casserole. This delectable dish features jumbo pasta shells generously filled with a mixture of ricotta, Parmesan, and mozzarella cheeses, seasoned with garlic, parsley, and a hint of nutmeg. The shells are then nestled in a creamy Alfredo sauce, made from scratch with heavy cream, butter, Parmesan cheese, and a touch of white wine. Baked to golden perfection, this Stuffed Shell Alfredo Casserole is a symphony of flavors and textures, offering a delightful combination of tender pasta, savory filling, and rich, velvety sauce. Whether you're hosting a special occasion dinner or simply craving a cozy meal, this recipe promises to impress your taste buds and leave you craving more.
**Additional Recipes Included:**
- **Classic Stuffed Shells:** Experience the traditional flavors of stuffed shells with this classic recipe. Jumbo pasta shells are filled with a blend of ricotta, Parmesan, and mozzarella cheeses, seasoned with garlic, parsley, and a hint of nutmeg. Baked in a simple tomato sauce, these stuffed shells offer a comforting and satisfying meal.
- **Alfredo Sauce from Scratch:** Elevate your pasta dishes with this homemade Alfredo sauce. Made with heavy cream, butter, Parmesan cheese, and a touch of white wine, this sauce is rich, creamy, and incredibly flavorful. Perfect for tossing with your favorite pasta, or as a topping for chicken, vegetables, or seafood.
- **Easy Alfredo Sauce:** Short on time? This easy Alfredo sauce is ready in just 15 minutes. Using a combination of butter, flour, milk, and Parmesan cheese, this quick and simple sauce is perfect for weeknight dinners or when you're craving a creamy pasta dish without the hassle.
CHICKEN ALFREDO STUFFED SHELLS
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper. Heat a grill pan or iron skillet over medium heat, drizzle with olive oil, and cook the chicken on both sides until it's done. Remove and shred with two forks and allow to cool.
- In a medium bowl, combine ricotta, cottage cheese, mozzarella, 1 cup of the Parmesan, eggs, 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, salt, pepper, and chicken. Stir to combine, splashing in 2 tablespoons heavy cream if needed. Set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sprinkle over the flour. Whisk and cook until the roux turns golden brown. Pour in the milk and cream, whisking constantly, and cook for a few minutes, until thickened. Add the garlic, the additional 1 cup Parmesan, salt, pepper, 1 tablespoon minced parsley, and minced basil and stir until combined. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Set aside.
- Add 1 cup sauce to the bottom of a 9 x 13 inch baking dish. Using a spoon, fill each of the jumbo shells generously with the chicken/ricotta mixture. Lay them face down in the pan, then pour the sauce all over the top. Sprinkle on extra mozzarella and Parmesan, then bake for 25 minutes, or until bubbly and golden. Serve with salad!
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
STUFFED SHELL ALFREDO CASSEROLE
Comfort food at it's finest! You can sub out veggies for your favorites, this is just a starting point. We like to use chicken breasts in place of the italian turkey sausage, too. This is a great recipe to take to a pot luck, or freeze half for later. Makes lots and lots!
Provided by ChefKimmie
Categories Pasta Shells
Time 1h25m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Cook Pasta shells according to package directions (al dente), drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, remove casings from turkey sausage, brown, making small chunks. Drain any fat and set sausage aside.
- In Large mixing bowl, combine ricotta, egg, bread crumbs, salt and pepper.
- Chop broccoli and artichoke bottoms into small pieces, add to cheese mixture.
- Add browned sausage to the cheese and veggie mixture, make sure it's well combined.
- In 13 X 9 baking dish, pour 1/2 of one jar of Alfredo sauce. Stuff shells with sausage/cheese/veggie mixture, place individual shells in baking dish, filling dish to capacity. You may have cooked shells left over, discard these.
- Pour remaining alfredo sauce over the top of the shells, adding pepper to taste.
- Bake at 350 degrees, for about 1 hour, until the top gets a little brown, and there are bubbles all around. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.9, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 74.8, Sodium 880.6, Carbohydrate 66.4, Fiber 11.8, Sugar 4.6, Protein 26.5
Tips:
- Use fresh jumbo pasta shells for the best texture and flavor.
- Cook the pasta shells al dente according to the package instructions. This will prevent them from becoming mushy in the casserole.
- Make sure the chicken is cooked through before adding it to the casserole. You can use cooked chicken from a rotisserie chicken or cook your own chicken breasts or thighs.
- Use a good quality Alfredo sauce. You can make your own Alfredo sauce or use a store-bought variety.
- Add plenty of cheese to the casserole. A combination of mozzarella, Parmesan, and ricotta cheeses works well.
- Bake the casserole until it is bubbly and golden brown. This usually takes about 20-30 minutes.
Conclusion:
Stuffed shell Alfredo casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With its creamy Alfredo sauce, tender pasta shells, and flavorful chicken, this casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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