Description
Garlic butter chicken alfredo stuffed shells are the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken, rich garlic butter, and creamy Alfredo sauce nestled in jumbo pasta shells. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this dish is sure to impress with its delightful flavors and inviting aroma. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, it’s a recipe that brings everyone together around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Boil salted water and cook jumbo pasta shells until al dente (10-12 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add diced chicken seasoned with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes), then shred.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (1 minute). Stir in heavy cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually mix in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Adjust seasoning as desired.
- Fill each cooked shell with the chicken mixture. Place in a greased baking dish and pour any leftover sauce over them. Top with more Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg