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Creamy Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Shells That'll Spice Up Dinner

Indulge in Creamy Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Shells, a savory dish that spices up dinner with ease and flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta Shells
  • 12 pieces Jumbo pasta shells perfect for holding a creamy filling
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked chicken shredded or diced, rotisserie preferred
  • 1 cup Buffalo sauce adjust to heat preference
  • 8 oz Cream cheese substitute with ricotta for lighter option
  • 1 cup Shredded cheese mozzarella or cheddar
  • 2 tablespoons Green onions chopped
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Additional shredded cheese for topping
  • 1/2 cup Crumbled blue cheese optional

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Shells
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Cook jumbo pasta shells in boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente, about 9-11 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, cream cheese, ricotta cheese, garlic powder, and half of the shredded cheese. Mix until smooth.
  4. Gently fold in the ranch or blue cheese dressing to the filling mixture and adjust flavors to taste.
  5. Stuff each cooled shell with the creamy chicken mixture, arranging them in a single layer in the baking dish.
  6. Spread any remaining filling over the top of the stuffed shells and sprinkle with remaining shredded cheese.
  7. Cover with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove foil for the last 5-7 minutes for a crispy top.
  8. Let the dish sit for a few minutes before serving, optionally garnishing with chopped green onions or parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 6mg

Notes

This recipe is great for meal prepping and can be frozen for later use. Adjust seasoning to your preference for the perfect balance of flavors.

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