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Creamy Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Shells

Creamy Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Shells for Ultimate Comfort

Creamy Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Shells are a family-friendly, freezer-friendly dish that combines comfort with a zesty kick, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 pieces Jumbo Pasta Shells Cook al dente to maintain shape.
For the Filling
  • 3 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken Rotisserie chicken works well.
  • 1 cup Buffalo Sauce Adjust for desired heat level.
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Shredded or sliced.
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Softened.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Or use fresh garlic.
For the Balancing Sauce
  • 1 cup Ranch or Blue Cheese Dressing Choose according to taste.
For Garnish
  • 3 tablespoons Green Onions (optional) Chopped.

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. Cook the jumbo pasta shells in boiling salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and cool under cold running water.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, cream cheese, and garlic powder, mixing until creamy.
  4. Fold in ranch or blue cheese dressing into the chicken mixture.
  5. Stuff each cooked jumbo shell with the filling and place seam-side up in the greased baking dish.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for about 25 minutes until heated through and cheese bubbles.
  7. Remove from oven, garnish with additional cheese or green onions, and allow to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These buffalo chicken stuffed shells can be prepared in advance and stored in the fridge or freezer for easy weeknight meals.

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