Savory Chicken and Spinach Stuffed Shells Recipe

Have you ever imagined a dish that combines tender pasta, savory chicken, and vibrant spinach? This Chicken and Spinach Stuffed Shells recipe brings that dream to life. It’s a perfect weeknight dinner that is both satisfying and wholesome. With layers of flavor and a creamy sauce, your family will be asking for seconds.

This chicken recipe transforms ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary meal. Stuffed shells filled with a rich mixture of chicken, spinach, and cheese, baked in a luscious marinara sauce, create a symphony of flavors that is sure to impress your loved ones.

Delicious Chicken and Spinach Stuffed Shells Recipe

These stuffed shells are hearty and filling, featuring a creamy blend of ricotta, chicken, and spinach, all wrapped in tender pasta shells. Baked to perfection with a blanket of marinara sauce and melted cheese, they offer a delightful balance of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

20 large pasta shells
1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh basil for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Cook the Pasta: Boil the pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool.
Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, chopped spinach, ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Stuff the Shells: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Fill each cooked pasta shell with the chicken and spinach mixture and place them seam-side up in a baking dish.
Add Sauce: Pour marinara sauce over the stuffed shells, ensuring they are well covered. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
Bake: Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Serve: Garnish with fresh basil, if desired, and enjoy your delicious Chicken and Spinach Stuffed Shells!