Description
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of Million Dollar Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells. This comforting dish is a delightful twist on traditional Alfredo, featuring tender jumbo pasta shells filled with savory shredded rotisserie chicken and a blend of rich cheeses. Topped with homemade Alfredo sauce and baked to perfection, these stuffed shells are not only easy to prepare but also make for an impressive centerpiece at family dinners or gatherings. With the option to customize your filling with vegetables or herbs, this dish is as versatile as it is delicious. Enjoy each bite of this satisfying comfort food that’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 large jumbo pasta shells
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the jumbo pasta shells in salted boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes), then drain and cool.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- In a saucepan, melt butter and stir in heavy cream; simmer before adding Parmesan cheese and seasoning.
- Spread some Alfredo sauce in a baking dish, stuff the cooled shells with the chicken mixture, and arrange them seam-side up.
- Pour remaining sauce over stuffed shells and top with more mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Cover with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes; remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed shell (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 60mg