Description
Creamy Cajun Chicken Stuffed Shells are the ultimate weeknight comfort meal that will satisfy your cravings with their rich, zesty flavors. This delicious dish features jumbo pasta shells generously filled with tender shredded chicken mixed with a blend of creamy cheeses and bold Cajun spices. Baked to perfection, each shell is enveloped in a savory marinara sauce, making it an irresistible choice for family dinners or entertaining guests. With just over an hour from prep to table, this easy recipe is perfect for busy nights when you want to indulge in something hearty and satisfying. Your loved ones will be asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 jumbo pasta shells
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 (24-ounce) jar marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken and Cajun seasoning. Stir in ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, cream cheese, heavy cream, and minced garlic until well mixed.
- Stuff each cooked shell with the chicken and cheese mixture.
- Place the stuffed shells in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In another bowl, mix marinara sauce with chicken broth and pour it over the stuffed shells.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil, drizzle with olive oil, and bake uncovered for another 15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving; garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed shell (about 147g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg