Description
A creamy, cheesy Italian pasta recipe featuring tender jumbo shells filled with seasoned chicken and Alfredo sauce, baked to golden perfection. Ready in under 90 minutes, this indulgent dish is perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
12 oz jumbo pasta shells
1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
2 cups milk
1 cup heavy cream
4 tbsp butter
4 cloves garlic
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Boil jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions
In a skillet, cook chicken breast with garlic, salt, and pepper until browned
Add milk, heavy cream, and butter to the skillet, simmering into a thick Alfredo sauce
Mix cooked chicken with Alfredo sauce and Italian seasoning
Fill pasta shells with chicken mixture
Place filled shells in a greased baking dish
Top with remaining sauce, Parmesan, and breadcrumbs
Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly
Let rest 10 minutes before serving
Notes
Use gluten-free shells for a gluten-free version
Substitute butter with olive oil for dairy-free option
Vegan Parmesan and coconut milk work for plant-based version
Chill leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 45
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed shell portion
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 250mg