Description
Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Stuffed Shells offer a delightful blend of creamy cheese, tender chicken, and fresh broccoli, all nestled in hearty pasta shells. This comforting dish is perfect for family dinners or gatherings, delivering satisfaction in every bite. With an easy preparation process and the option to meal prep or freeze for later, these stuffed shells are a must-try for anyone seeking a delicious and memorable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), diced
- 1 cup fresh broccoli florets, steamed
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a large baking dish.
- Cook jumbo shells in salted water until al dente (8-10 minutes); drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; sauté chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Add steamed broccoli last minute to soften.
- In a bowl, combine cooked chicken, broccoli, cream cheese, half the mozzarella, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Stuff each shell with approximately two tablespoons of filling.
- Spread half the marinara sauce in the baking dish; place stuffed shells seam-side up on top. Pour remaining sauce over shells and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; uncover for the last 5 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg