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Baked Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells: Easy Comfort Dinner

A close-up of baked chicken alfredo stuffed shells covered in melted, browned cheese and parsley.
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Make this creamy, cheesy Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells recipe for a satisfying family dinner. Jumbo shells are filled with chicken and cheese, then baked in rich Alfredo sauce. This recipe is simple to prepare and perfect for cozy nights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box (12 oz) jumbo pasta shells
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups prepared Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package directions until al dente. Drain the shells and rinse them briefly with cool water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken, ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, softened cream cheese, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well combined into a thick filling.
  4. Spread about 1 cup of the Alfredo sauce evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  5. Carefully stuff each cooked pasta shell with the chicken and cheese mixture. Place the stuffed shells seam-side up in the baking dish over the sauce layer.
  6. Pour the remaining Alfredo sauce evenly over the stuffed shells.
  7. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese and the extra Parmesan cheese over the top layer of sauce.
  8. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese on top is melted and lightly golden brown.
  9. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • You can prepare this entire casserole ahead of time. Assemble the dish completely, cover it tightly with foil, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, add about 10-15 minutes to the covered baking time.
  • For an even richer flavor, use homemade Alfredo sauce.
  • If you want to include vegetables, stir 1 cup of finely chopped, steamed broccoli florets into the chicken filling mixture.

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