Best 3 Ww Cheesy Chicken Shells 9 Points Recipes

Prepare to indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our irresistible Cheesy Chicken Shells, a Weight Watchers-friendly recipe that tantalizes your taste buds without compromising your healthy lifestyle. This delectable dish combines tender chicken, a creamy and flavorful cheese sauce, and delicate pasta shells, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. Discover the secrets behind this incredible dish and explore variations that cater to diverse dietary preferences, ensuring everyone can savor this cheesy goodness. Embark on a culinary journey that promises satisfaction, health, and pure enjoyment.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

WW CHEESY CHICKEN SHELLS 9 POINTS

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Got this recipe from my weight watchers news letter. The points value is 9. Cut the cooking time by buying pre-cooked chicken.

Provided by Naren-lee

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 ounces uncooked jumbo pasta shells (12 shells)
1 1/2 cups canned tomato sauce
2 medium egg whites, lightly beaten
1 3/4 cups part-skim ricotta cheese
4 ounces skinless chicken breasts, cooked, diced
3/4 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained of excess water
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon ground oregano or 1 tablespoon other italian seasoning
3/4 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 1/2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350ºF.
Cook manicotti shells in boiling water according to the package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to prevent them from cooking further. Set aside.
Coat a 9 x 13-inch pan with cooking spray. Spread 1/2 cup of sauce evenly over bottom of pan and set aside.
For filling, in a large bowl, stir together egg whites, ricotta cheese, chicken, spinach, garlic powder and seasoning. Stir in 1/4 cup each of mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese.
To assemble, spoon cheese mixture into manicotti shells and place filled shells in a single layer in baking dish. Spread remaining sauce on top. Sprinkle with remaining cheeses and bake about 30 minutes. Yields 3 shells per serving.

CHEESY CHICKEN 'N' SHELLS

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When our friend served us this entree, I asked her for the recipe right away. It was so good, I thought I would share it with others. I cut the recipe down for a meal or two, but it can easily be doubled or tripled. -Jodee Harding, Mount Vernon, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups uncooked medium shell pasta
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup water
1-1/4 cups chicken broth
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1/2 cup diced process cheese (Velveeta)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken
3 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine the flour and water until smooth. Gradually stir in broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; add soup, cheese and seasonings. Cook and stir 5 minutes or until cheese is melted., Drain pasta; place in a bowl. Stir in soup mixture and chicken. Transfer to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Toss bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, 30 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 429 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 1304mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

CHICKEN & SPINACH STUFFED SHELLS

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Make and share this Chicken & Spinach Stuffed Shells recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Smilyn

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

18 (16 ounce) pasta shells, large
1 (15 ounce) container whole milk ricotta cheese
1 egg, slightly beaten
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
2 cups frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained (very well)
1 cup rotisserie cooked chicken, chopped
1 (26 ounce) jar pasta sauce
2 cups Italian cheese blend, shredded

Steps:

Heat oven to 350°F.
Cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Rinse with cool water, drain.
Meanwhile, in medium bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, parm cheese, spinach and chicken.
Spread 1 cup of pasta sauce over bottom of 13 x 9 inch baking dish. Spoon about two tablespoons ricotta mixture into each pasta shell. Arrange shells, filled sides up, on sauce in baking dish. Spoon remaining sauce over stuffed shells.
Cover with foil. Bake 30 minutes and then sprinkle with italian cheese blend.
Bake uncovered until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 5374.8, Fat 36.7, SaturatedFat 11.6, Cholesterol 92.6, Sodium 850.2, Carbohydrate 1040, Fiber 45.9, Sugar 35.9, Protein 199.3

Tips:

For a crispier shell, use wonton wrappers instead of lasagna noodles.
To make the dish more flavorful, add a teaspoon of Italian seasoning or garlic powder to the ricotta cheese mixture.
If you don't have a muffin tin, you can also bake the shells in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
For a lower-point version, use fat-free ricotta cheese and low-fat mozzarella cheese.
To make the dish ahead of time, assemble the shells and bake them according to the instructions. Then, let them cool completely and store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat the shells in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit until they are warmed through.

Conclusion:

These WW Cheesy Chicken Shells are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With only 9 points per serving, they are a guilt-free indulgence that you can enjoy without breaking your diet.