Million Dollar Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells
Ingredients:
1 package (12 oz) jumbo pasta shells
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 jar (15 oz) Alfredo sauce
1 container (15 oz) ricotta cheese
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Cook the Pasta Shells:
Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to prevent sticking. Set aside.
Prepare the Filling:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Stir in the shredded chicken.
Stuff the Shells:
Spoon the chicken and cheese mixture into each cooked pasta shell and arrange them in the prepared baking dish.
Prepare the Alfredo Sauce:
Pour the jar of Alfredo sauce evenly over the stuffed shells.
Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.
Bake:
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish and Serve:
Remove from the oven and let the shells cool slightly.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
Enjoy this indulgent and creamy Million Dollar Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells as a comforting and delicious meal that will impress everyone at the dinner table!