Description
Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Stuffed Shells are a comforting and easy-to-make main course featuring tender pasta shells filled with a savory mixture of shredded rotisserie chicken, cooked broccoli, and creamy Alfredo sauce, baked to perfection with melty mozzarella and parmesan cheese. This balanced dish combines protein, veggies, and irresistible flavors, making it perfect for family dinners and weeknight meals.
Ingredients
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Pasta & Main Ingredients
- 1 box Jumbo shell pasta
- 2 cups Shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 bag Frozen broccoli, chopped and cooked
Cheeses
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Sauce
- 1 jar Alfredo sauce
Seasonings
- 1/4 tsp Garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven — Heat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it’s ready for baking the stuffed shells.
- Cook Pasta — Boil the jumbo shell pasta in a large pot of water until they are al dente. Drain them and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process and prevent sticking.
- Prepare Filling — In a large bowl, mix together the shredded rotisserie chicken, cooked and chopped broccoli, and garlic powder until evenly combined.
- Add Sauce to Filling — Pour 1 cup of the Alfredo sauce into the chicken and broccoli mixture, and stir until everything is well coated.
- Assemble Shells — Stuff each jumbo shell with the chicken, broccoli, and sauce mixture, using a spoon to fill them generously.
- Prepare Baking Dish — Spread a layer of Alfredo sauce on the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and to add flavor.
- Layer Stuffed Shells — Arrange the stuffed shells neatly in the baking dish on top of the sauce layer.
- Top with Sauce and Cheese — Pour the remaining Alfredo sauce evenly over the shells, then sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan cheese over the top for a golden, cheesy finish.
- Bake — Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the dish is heated through.
Notes
- You can use freshly steamed broccoli instead of frozen, if preferred.
- Substitute turkey or another cooked meat for the chicken if desired.
- Don’t overstuff the shells to prevent breaking during baking.
- Let the dish rest for a few minutes after baking before serving for easier handling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe (approx. 1-2 shells)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
