Description
Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Stuffed Shells deliver a comforting, indulgent meal that’s perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. These jumbo pasta shells are generously filled with a creamy blend of tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and rich cheeses, offering a delightful burst of flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs), diced
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Boil water in a large pot and cook jumbo pasta shells until al dente. Drain carefully.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken seasoned with salt and garlic powder; sauté until golden brown, about 6-8 minutes.
- Stir in chopped broccoli; cook until bright green and tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- In a bowl, combine chicken mixture with ricotta, half the mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning; mix well.
- Fill each pasta shell with the mixture and place seam-side up in a greased baking dish.
- Top with remaining mozzarella and drizzle with olive oil. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed shell (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg