Description
At its core, this meal is a brilliant culinary crossover that merges Italian-inspired stuffed pasta with American bar-food flavors. The foundation relies on giant pasta shapes that serve as edible cups, which are then packed to the brim with a rich filling made of shredded meat, smooth cheese blends, and aromatic green peppers.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Stuffed Shells
- 24 jumbo pasta shells
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2–3 jalapeños, seeded and finely diced (leave some seeds for extra heat if desired)
- 2 green onions, finely sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
Optional Toppings
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- Extra sliced jalapeños
- Chopped fresh parsley or green onions
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cool water.
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, ½ cup mozzarella, Parmesan, diced jalapeños, green onions, garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Fill each cooked pasta shell generously with the chicken mixture and arrange them in the prepared baking dish.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the heavy cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, black pepper, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce is smooth.
- Pour the sauce evenly over the stuffed shells.
- Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup mozzarella over the top.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.
- Garnish with turkey bacon, extra jalapeños, and chopped parsley or green onions before serving.
Notes
Enjoy these creamy, spicy, and cheesy stuffed shells with a crisp green salad or garlic bread for a comforting and flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 stuffed shells
- Calories: 590 kcal
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