{"id":274365,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-22T00:47:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/chicken-ricotta-stuffed-shells\/"},"modified":"2024-10-20T12:42:16","modified_gmt":"2024-10-20T17:42:16","slug":"chicken-ricotta-stuffed-shells","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/chicken-ricotta-stuffed-shells\/","title":{"rendered":"Chicken-Stuffed Shells"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Have a lot of leftover chicken in the fridge and not sure what to do with it? One of our favorite <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/leftover-chicken-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/leftover-chicken-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">leftover chicken recipes<\/a> is to mix up a cheese filling and stuff jumbo pasta shells!\u00a0 These stuffed shells are baked in a bubbly creamy cheese sauce and the perfect dinner for two. You can also multiple the recipe by two (or four!) for a larger dinner for a crowd.<\/p>\n<h2>Ingredients for Chicken-Stuffed Shells<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Jumbo pasta shells:<\/strong> The pasta shells are cooked, stuffed and then baked.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ricotta and cream cheese:<\/strong> Both creamy cheeses are stuffed into the shells to give them volume.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chicken:<\/strong> Used pre-cooked shredded chicken, like leftovers from a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/mom-s-roast-chicken\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/mom-s-roast-chicken\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">roast chicken<\/a> or a grocery store rotisserie chicken.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chicken bouillon:<\/strong> Buy a container of the loose granules so you can add it to the chicken and cheese filling for enhancing the flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Parmesan cheese:<\/strong> This cheese adds a sharpness to the taste of the cheesy chicken filling and sauce. For the best results, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/why-grate-your-own-cheese\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/why-grate-your-own-cheese\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">grate the cheese<\/a> yourself.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Heavy whipping cream:<\/strong> The base for the creamy sauce for these chicken-stuffed shells. Half-and-half also works for this recipe.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Butter:<\/strong> Butter is boiled together with the cream for added fat and flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dried parsley:<\/strong> Parsley adds a finishing herby flavor to these chicken-stuffed shells.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Prepare the shells<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2057958\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Chicken-Stuffed-Shells_TOHD24_33898_KristinaVanni_1.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"preparing the shells.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Kristina V\u00e4nni for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to the package directions. While the pasta is cooking, beat the ricotta, cream cheese and bouillon in a bowl until blended. Stir in the chicken and Parmesan cheese. Drain the pasta, then stuff the chicken mixture evenly in the shells. Place in a shallow 3-cup baking dish that has been coated with cooking spray.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Make the sauce<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2057959\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Chicken-Stuffed-Shells_TOHD24_33898_KristinaVanni_2.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"cream sauce poured over the shells.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Kristina V\u00e4nni for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>In a small saucepan, bring the cream and butter to a boil. Whisk in 3 tablespoons of the Parmesan cheese and the dried parsley, stirring until the cheese is melted. Pour the sauce over the shells.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Bake and top with cheese<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2057960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Chicken-Stuffed-Shells_TOHD24_33898_KristinaVanni_3.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Chicken-Ricotta Stuffed Shells\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Kristina V\u00e4nni for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake at 350\u00b0F for 25 minutes. Uncover and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top and bake for 5 to 10 more minutes or until the cheese is melted and the filling is heated through.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2057962\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Chicken-Stuffed-Shells_TOHD24_33898_KristinaVanni_5.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Chicken-Ricotta Stuffed Shells\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Kristina V\u00e4nni for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Chicken-Stuffed Shell Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Swap chicken with sausage:<\/strong> For a unique twist on these stuffed shells, crumble and cook a sweet Italian sausage instead.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make it vegetarian:<\/strong> Take out the chicken and toss in a leafy green, like spinach or kale for a vegetarian version.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add a sauce:<\/strong> Are you a fan of buffalo chicken? How about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/classic-barbecue-sauce\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/classic-barbecue-sauce\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">barbecue sauce<\/a>? Add in sauce to your chicken and cheese mixture for a tasty variation on your chicken-stuffed shells.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use cottage cheese instead of ricotta:<\/strong> If you do not have ricotta on hand, you can blend up your leftover cottage cheese and use that instead! The consistency will be similar enough.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store Chicken-Stuffed Shells<\/h2>\n<p>Cover the stuffed shells baking dish tightly with plastic wrap or transfer them to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to five days or freeze it for up to three months. If frozen, defrost in the fridge overnight before reheating.<\/p>\n<h3>How do you reheat chicken-stuffed shells?<\/h3>\n<p>Place the chicken-stuffed shells in an oven-safe baking dish and reheat at 350\u00b0 for 10 to 15 minutes or until the shells are completely heated through.<\/p>\n<h2>Chicken-Stuffed Shell Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2057961\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Chicken-Stuffed-Shells_TOHD24_33898_KristinaVanni_4.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Chicken-Ricotta Stuffed Shells\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Kristina V\u00e4nni for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>How do you keep stuffed shells from sticking together?<\/h3>\n<p>First, be sure to cook your shells in salted boiling water until they are al dente. Make sure not to over cook them! Then once you drain the shells, drizzle them slightly with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/confused-about-cooking-oils-bookmark-this-guide\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/confused-about-cooking-oils-bookmark-this-guide\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">cooking oil<\/a> \u2014 like olive oil or vegetable oil \u2014 so they don\u2019t stick together when you assemble them in the pan.<\/p>\n<h3>Why do stuffed shells get watery?<\/h3>\n<p>A stuffed shell doesn\u2019t get watery because of the sauce or the pasta but it has to do with the cheese on the inside! Be sure to buy the simplest ingredients and not a cheese with additives.<\/p>\n<h3>What goes well with stuffed shells?<\/h3>\n<p>Stuffed shells are a hearty meal. Serve it with something light, like a leafy green salad or a slice of garlic bread.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u201cMy husband and I don\u2019t care for tomato-based sauces, so I came up with this variation on stuffed shells,\u201d says Amy Hixon of Ringgold, Georgia. \u201cIt tastes like a chicken alfredo, and we really enjoy it.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7061,"featured_media":2111798,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[304162,306910,307330,307344,304333,304328,304292,305487,303887,306848,304268,307307,306961,306297,324623,306973,306332,304150,303883,304353],"categories-v2":[309439,309906,310369,310376,308988,308319,308991,308984,308305,310796,308478,309603,259483,310342,309961,312156,309177,309971,312193,309434,308476,309005],"coauthors":[199148],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Stuffed Shells with 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But if you add rotisserie style chicken to this, spinach is good to add, broccoli, kale, crumbled bacon, prosciutto, the possibilities are ENDLESS for a \"wow factor\".","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-02-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleBoomerang"},"reviewBody":"I was very pleased with the way this recipe came out, great alfredo type sauce for the shells.  The filling would also be good with a traditional red sauce.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-02-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenPaw"},"reviewBody":"I like to add spinach to the filling to sneak in a vegetable.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-06-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanCherries"},"reviewBody":"The only thing I would change about this recipe is to make more of it.  We can't keep it in the house and I regularly make extra batches to freeze.  I'm not creative, but I can follow a recipe and this is a good one!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-04-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedRing"},"reviewBody":"It's good, quick, and easy. The three major things I like in a recipe. But, it doesn't have the wow factor even just a little wow would be nice.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-10-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedCloud"},"reviewBody":"These shells were delicious.  I doubled the recipe to fit my needs and I added a bit more chicken.  This recipe is a keeper.  Thanks for sharing.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-10-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedBandAid"},"reviewBody":"Decent, but I agree that there's no wow factor.  And I was surprised by how difficult it was for me to find jumbo pasta shells in the store.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-01-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedBandAid"},"reviewBody":"We absolutely loved these","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-03-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanFan"},"reviewBody":"They're okay, not great. Couldn't taste the chicken. 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