Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells Recipe
Jumbo pasta shells are filled with a creamy chicken and cheese mixture, then baked in a rich Alfredo sauce. Serve with a side of steamed broccoli or a simple salad for a complete meal.
Ingredients
- 20 whole jumbo pasta shells, cooked and drained
- 2 whole boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, for grilling and frying
- 3/4 cup ricotta cheese
- 3/4 cup cottage cheese
- 3/4 cup grated mozzarella cheese, plus more for the top
- 2 cups grated parmesan cheese, plus more for the top
- 2 whole eggs
- 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream, plus more as needed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- 375 degrees Fahrenheit is the recommended temperature for the oven. Add salt and pepper to both sides of the chicken breasts.
- Cook the chicken on both sides in a grill pan or iron skillet over medium heat, drizzled with olive oil. After the meat has been removed, shred it with two forks and allow to cool.
- Mix ricotta, cottage cheese, mozzarella, 1 cup of Parmesan, eggs, 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
- Mix well, adding 2 tablespoons of heavy cream if needed. Separately set aside.
- Melt butter over medium heat and add flour to the skillet. Stir until golden brown and cook for a few minutes. Cook for a few minutes, whisking constantly until thickened.
- Pour in milk and cream and simmer for a few minutes, whisking constantly. Stir in the garlic, one cup of Parmesan, salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon of minced parsley and basil. If necessary, adjust the seasonings. Make sure to set aside.
- Make sure you use a baking dish that is 9 x 13 inches in size by adding 1 cup of sauce on the bottom. The chicken/ricotta mixture should be generously filled into each jumbo shell.
- Pour the sauce over the top of the fried chicken before laying it face down in the pan. Bake for 25 minutes, until golden and bubbly. Sprinkle with extra mozzarella and Parmesan. Enjoy with a salad!
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