Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Stuffed Shells
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Stuffed Shells—an irresistible blend of tender shredded chicken, nutrient-packed broccoli, and creamy ricotta cheese, all cozily nestled inside jumbo pasta shells. Topped with a rich marinara sauce and a blanket of gooey melted mozzarella, this baked casserole is a crowd-pleasing dinner that's as easy as it is satisfying. With hints of garlic and Italian seasoning, these stuffed shells pack a flavorful punch while offering a balanced meal in every bite. Perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or entertaining guests, this recipe combines convenience with homestyle charm. Ready in under an hour, it’s a feast that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 20 pieces Jumbo pasta shells
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast
- 1 cup Fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves Minced garlic
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 3 cups Marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
Blanch the broccoli florets by adding them to boiling water for 2 minutes, then immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking. Drain and chop into small pieces.
In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, chopped broccoli, ricotta cheese, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the filling.
Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil and spread 1 cup of marinara sauce evenly across the bottom.
Using a spoon, carefully stuff each cooked pasta shell with the chicken and broccoli filling. Place the stuffed shells in the baking dish, open-side up.
Pour the remaining marinara sauce evenly over the stuffed shells. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Allow the stuffed shells to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your cheesy chicken broccoli stuffed shells!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2488 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 133.5 g | 171% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.3 g | 312% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 858 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 6248 mg | 272% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.7 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.0 g | ||
| Protein | 231.3 g | 463% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 3243 mg | 249% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 688 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
