That sounds like a seriously comforting and delicious meal. Here’s a full recipe for Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Stuffed Shells — perfect for a cozy dinner!
🧀 Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Stuffed Shells
Servings: 4-6
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
🧂 Ingredients:
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20-24 jumbo pasta shells
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2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie works great!)
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2 cups broccoli, steamed and finely chopped
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1 ½ cups ricotta cheese
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1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 egg
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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2 cups Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
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Optional garnish: extra Parmesan, chopped parsley
🔪 Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Cook the pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
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Mix the filling:
In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, chopped broccoli, ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir until everything’s well combined. -
Stuff the shells:
Spoon the chicken-broccoli mixture into each shell and place them in the baking dish. -
Pour Alfredo sauce evenly over the stuffed shells.
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Top with remaining mozzarella and a sprinkle of extra Parmesan if desired.
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Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
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Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot!
🔁 Optional Twists:
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Add a little red pepper flake for heat.
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Swap Alfredo for a cheddar cheese sauce if you want it extra cheesy.
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Use cauliflower instead of broccoli for a low-carb vibe.
