Description
Garlic butter chicken alfredo stuffed shells are a creamy, comforting dish that combines tender pasta with rich flavors. Each shell is generously filled with a savory chicken mixture, enveloped in a velvety Alfredo sauce and baked to perfection. This crowd-pleaser is perfect for family dinners or gatherings, offering a delightful experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large pasta shells
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the pasta shells in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add diced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown. Stir in minced garlic until fragrant.
- Reduce heat and add heavy cream, stirring continuously. Gradually mix in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth; season with Italian herbs.
- Stuff each shell with the chicken mixture and place them in a baking dish. Pour remaining Alfredo sauce over the shells; sprinkle more cheese if desired.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg