Description
Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells are the ultimate comfort food, merging creamy Alfredo sauce with tender jumbo pasta shells, succulent chicken, and melted cheese for a truly indulgent experience. This dish transforms an ordinary dinner into a luxurious feast that’s perfect for family gatherings or impressing guests. With its rich flavors and beautiful presentation, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your home!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
- 1 tsp parsley flakes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the jumbo pasta shells in boiling water until al dente (about 8 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped chicken in olive oil until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Add minced garlic during the last minute.
- In a bowl, mix sautéed chicken with half of the mozzarella and half of the Alfredo sauce until well combined.
- Stuff each shell with about a tablespoon of the chicken mixture and place them in a greased baking dish.
- Pour remaining Alfredo sauce over stuffed shells and top with leftover mozzarella cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes or until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg