Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Stuffed Shells – Comfort Food with a Twist 🧀🥦🍗

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

  • Cook pasta shells according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.

  • In a medium bowl, mix chicken, chopped broccoli, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

  • Carefully stuff each shell with about 2 tablespoons of the filling mixture and place them in a lightly greased 9×13-inch baking dish.

  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup and milk until smooth. Pour this sauce evenly over the stuffed shells.

  • Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheese over the top.

  • Bake for 25 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Broil for the last 2 minutes for a golden cheesy top, if desired.

  • Let sit for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Rotisserie chicken makes this even quicker.
  • Swap in spinach or kale if you’re out of broccoli.
  • You can prep and refrigerate up to 24 hours in advance before baking.
  • Freezer-friendly! Assemble, wrap tightly, and freeze unbaked. Thaw and bake when ready.
  • For extra creaminess, stir in 1/4 cup sour cream or softened cream cheese to the filling
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
  • Calories: 470kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 23g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

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