These gooey Chicken and Broccoli Stuffed Shells with Alfredo Sauce have all the makings of a weekday feast. They're the perfect opportunity to use rotisserie chicken, or any leftover chicken, to transform it into another meal. It's a family friendly way to stretch dollars and keep your budget on track.
Make Ahead Chicken and Broccoli Stuffed Shells
Pasta dishes are a hot favorite in my kitchen. I love to assemble these, or any, stuffed shells in advance, then cover and chill. On a busy day I can pull them out of the fridge top them with Alfredo sauce and mozzarella cheese, then bake. While they're baking I have time to put a salad and garlic bread together. A terrific time saver, and budget friendly too. On Italian night or an night when you're in the mood for pasta these Chicken And Broccoli Stuffed Shells With Alfredo Sauce will do the trick. See how to make homemade Alfredo sauce here.
Other Stuffed Shells Recipes to Add to the Menu
Pasta is a cost effective choice that can really stretch the grocery budget and fill hungry tummies, too. More pasta inspiration you may like to try:
- Easy Stuffed Shells Recipe is filled with a mouthwatering cheese blend for those meatless dinner days.
- Beef and Spinach Stuffed Shells can be assembled in advance and chilled, having them ready to bake when you're ready to eat.
- Chicken Parmesan Stuffed Shells from the Salty Marshmallow
- Any of these stuffed shells pasta dishes are sure to thrill your family and friends any day of the week.
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Chicken and Broccoli Stuffed Shells
Ingredients
- 1 12 oz box jumbo pasta shells
- 1 cup prepared peppercorn ranch or ranch dressing
- 4 oz onion and chive cream cheese softened
- 1 teaspoon dry Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 cups rotisserie chicken chopped
- 2 cups steamed broccoli florets roughly chopped
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- garlic salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese divided
- 1 [16] oz prepared Alfredo sauce
- 1 tablespoon chopped Italian parsley for garnishing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and spray a 9 x 13 inch baking dish with cooking spray. Set aside.
- Cook the jumbo shells in salted water per the package directions until al dente. Drain well and cool enough to handle.
- In a medium size mixing bowl, whip together the prepared ranch dressing, softened cream cheese, dry Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes until fully combined.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese. chopped chicken, broccoli florets and 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Mix by hand until the ingredients are evenly distributed. Taste adding garlic salt and black pepper to your taste.
- Use a tablespoon to divide the filling between the shells, Place side by side in the baking dish.
- Drizzle with Alfredo sauce and sprinkle the top with the remaining shredded cheese.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Sprinkle with chopped Italian parsley and serve immediately.
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My name is Melissa and I'm the Creator of Melissa's Southern Style Kitchen. Cooking, baking, developing recipes and kitchen tips is my passion. I love sharing my dishes and connecting with people through the food that I create.
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Cassie
We’re a senior couple with smaller appetites. Thinking I could divide in two 9x9’s and freeze one after its baked and cooled. Any thoughts? Love your recipes!💕
Melissa
Hi Cassie, you can do that absolutely! Thaw in the fridge then reheat in a 325°F oven until heated thru.
Samantha MM
How many people does this serve
Melissa
That depends on appetites. You should allow at least 3 stuffed shells per person more if they're big eaters.
Eli@CoachDaddy
This one's going into the "to make" folder, Melissa. Looks delicious! I could spend a month stuffing shells different ways and never have a bad dinner.
Melissa
I'm a bit biased but, they're mighty tasty, and yes to variations. Thanks!
Sarah
This looks amazing but my hubby hates Alfredo sauce any substitute suggestions?
Melissa
You could use a cheese sauce, if you prefer.
Megan
Made this dish tonight and was really delicious! At first I want for sure about the ranch, but it all for perfectly together. My son is autistic and really picky but he couldn't resist this one! Thank you for sharing!
Melissa
Hi Megan, I'm so happy your family liked this one. Thanks for taking the time to let me know!
Tina
Made this yesterday and it was a huge hit! Served with garlic bread. Yummy!
Melissa
Wonderful Tina, thanks for taking the time to let me know~!