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Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Stuffed Shells

These cheesy chicken and broccoli stuffed shells are the ultimate comfort food—tender pasta filled with creamy chicken, broccoli, and cheese, baked in a rich alfredo sauce. Perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or freezer meals.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4–6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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Filling:

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1½ cups broccoli, steamed and chopped
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan
  • Salt, pepper, garlic powder (to taste)

For Assembly:

  • 20 jumbo pasta shells
  • 2 cups alfredo sauce (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1 cup mozzarella (for topping)
  • Fresh parsley (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook jumbo shells until al dente. Rinse and set aside.
  3. In a bowl, mix chicken, broccoli, ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, and seasonings.
  4. Spread 1 cup alfredo sauce in the bottom of a greased baking dish.
  5. Fill each shell with 1–2 tablespoons of the mixture and place in dish.
  6. Top with remaining alfredo sauce and shredded mozzarella.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake 5–10 more minutes until golden.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
  • Author: Tom
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner, Pasta, Casserole
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American, Comfort Food

Keywords: cheesy chicken and broccoli stuffed shells, pasta casserole, stuffed pasta shells, creamy baked pasta, chicken broccoli alfredo shells, freezer-friendly pasta recipe, pasta dish

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