Description
Garlic Butter Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells are a comforting and indulgent dish that brings together jumbo pasta shells filled with creamy, garlicky Alfredo sauce and tender chicken. Perfect for family dinners or impressing guests, this recipe offers rich flavors and an inviting aroma that draws everyone to the table. With its easy preparation, you can enjoy a restaurant-quality meal right at home!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the jumbo pasta shells in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside on a greased baking sheet.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp of butter and cook diced chicken seasoned with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute. Pour in heavy cream, stirring while bringing it to a gentle simmer before adding Parmesan cheese.
- Fill each pasta shell generously with the chicken Alfredo mixture. Place them seam-side up in a prepared baking dish.
- Pour any remaining Alfredo sauce over the stuffed shells and sprinkle extra Parmesan on top. Cover with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 25 minutes until bubbly.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or additional cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg