Garlic Butter Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells

Discover the ultimate comfort food with our Garlic Butter Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells recipe! These delightful jumbo pasta shells are generously filled with a creamy mixture of shredded rotisserie chicken, ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, all enveloped in a luscious garlic butter Alfredo sauce. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this dish is easy to prepare and sure to impress. Elevate your mealtime with this irresistible blend of flavors and textures!

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Ingredients

For the stuffed shells:

12 large jumbo pasta shells

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie chicken works great)

1 cup ricotta cheese

1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Salt to taste

1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

For the garlic butter Alfredo sauce:

1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)

4 cloves garlic, minced

2 cups heavy cream

1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Salt to taste

Instructions

Preheat and Prepare Shells: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside on a baking sheet, gently separated to prevent sticking.

Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix until well combined.

Stuff the Shells: Carefully fill each cooked pasta shell with about 2 tablespoons of the chicken and cheese mixture. Place the stuffed shells in a greased baking dish, standing them upright.

Prepare Garlic Butter Alfredo Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn.

Combine Cream and Cheese: Slowly add the heavy cream to the garlic butter, stirring continually. Bring to a gentle simmer. Add Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and salt, stirring until the sauce is smooth and creamy.

Assemble the Dish: Pour about half of the garlic butter Alfredo sauce over the stuffed shells in the baking dish, ensuring they are well covered. Reserve the other half for serving.

Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the shells are heated through and the top is slightly golden.

Serve: Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes. Drizzle the remaining Alfredo sauce over the stuffed shells, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.

Prep Time, Total Time, Servings:

30 minutes | 1 hour | Serves 4-6