Description
Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Stuffed Shells are the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and gooey cheese stuffed into jumbo pasta shells. This crowd-pleasing dish is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, delivering a delicious blend of flavors that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With its rich filling and vibrant colors, it’s not just a meal; it’s a celebration of togetherness. Get ready to create lasting memories around the dinner table with this delightful recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
- 1 cup cooked fresh broccoli florets
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 cups marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Boil water in a large pot and cook jumbo shells until al dente; drain and let cool slightly.
- In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, cooked broccoli, cream cheese, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Mix until smooth.
- Stuff each shell with the filling using a spoon or piping bag and place them in the prepared baking dish.
- Pour marinara sauce over the stuffed shells and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; then remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 495
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg