Tuna Stuffed Pasta Shells

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Transform dinnertime with these creamy, cheesy Tuna Stuffed Pasta Shells—a family-friendly dish that's as comforting as it is flavorful. Jumbo pasta shells are filled with a savory blend of canned tuna, cream cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan, seasoned with garlic and fresh parsley for a burst of herby goodness. Baked to perfection in a generous layer of marinara sauce, this recipe combines the satisfying heartiness of a pasta bake with the irresistible creaminess of its stuffed filling. Easy to prepare in under an hour, these stuffed shells are perfect for busy weeknights or as an impressive main course for guests. Garnish with extra parsley and serve warm for a restaurant-quality meal straight from your oven.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: 30 min
• Total Time: 50 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 16 pieces jumbo pasta shells
• 2 cans canned tuna (in water, drained)
• 4 ounces cream cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 cups mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 2 cups marinara sauce
• 1 teaspoon olive oil

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, and cook the jumbo pasta shells according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.

3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, cream cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, chopped parsley, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are thoroughly blended.

4. Spread 1/2 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.

5. Using a spoon, stuff each cooked pasta shell with the tuna filling and place them seam-side up in the prepared baking dish.

6. Once all shells are stuffed, pour the remaining marinara sauce evenly over the top of the shells.

7. Drizzle 1 teaspoon of olive oil over the marinara sauce, then sprinkle additional shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top for extra cheesiness, if desired.

8. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil during the last 5 minutes of baking to let the top lightly brown.

9. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with additional chopped parsley if desired.

10. Serve warm and enjoy your Tuna Stuffed Pasta Shells!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (307.6g)

Calories		552
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		34.5 g	44%
	Saturated Fat	13.8 g	69%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		96 mg	32%
Sodium		1187 mg	52%
Total Carbohydrate		21.5 g	8%
	Dietary Fiber	1.8 g	7%
	Total Sugars	4.0 g
Protein		37.8 g	76%
Vitamin D		1.7 mcg	8%
Calcium		373 mg	29%
Iron		1.8 mg	10%
Potassium		319 mg	7%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1238 cal (56.6%%)

Protein: 606 cal (27.7%%)

Carbs: 342 cal (15.7%%)