Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells
Chicken Alfredo stuffed shells are a deliciously creamy dish that promises to impress at any gathering. Each jumbo shell is generously filled with savory chicken, fresh spinach, and ricotta cheese, all enveloped in rich Alfredo sauce. Baked to golden perfection and topped with gooey mozzarella and Parmesan, this comfort food classic will leave everyone at the table asking for seconds. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe is as enjoyable to make as it is to eat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1.5 cups Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the jumbo shells in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté diced chicken until cooked through. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
- In a bowl, combine the chicken-spinach mixture with ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff each shell with the filling and place them in a baking dish.
- Pour half of the Alfredo sauce over the shells and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 497
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 89mg