Chicken Parmesan Stuffed Shells
Chicken Parmesan Stuffed Shells are an easy and delicious weeknight meal that will surely be a family favorite! Jumbo stuffed shell pasta filled to the brim with tender chicken and creamy cheese, all smothered in a savory marinara sauce and of course, more cheese! What’s not to love?
Servings 6
Ingredients
- 15 Jumbo Pasta Shells
- 2-3 Cups Shredded Cooked Chicken
- 3 Cups Marinara Sauce
- 16 Ounces Ricotta cheese
- 1/2 Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 2 Cups Mozzarella Cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Pepper
- 1 Tablespoon Melted Butter
- 1/2 Cup Panko Bread Crumbs
Instructions
- Cook jumbo shell pasta according to instructions on the packaging. Make sure to drain pasta and well and let cool a bit before proceeding.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a medium mixing bowl mix together the ricotta, half of the mozzarella, parmesan, garlic powder, italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
- Cover the bottom of a large baking dish with half of the marinara sauce. Spread it evenly around. Spoon about 1 1/2 tablespoon of ricotta filling into each of the shells and place in the pan on top of the sauce in an even layer.
- Sprinkle the shredded chicken evenly over the shells, then spread over the remaining marinara and sprinkle remaining mozzarella cheese. Mix together the bread crumbs and melted butter and sprinkle evenly over the shells.
- Bake the shells in the preheated oven for 2-20 minutes until hot and bubbly.