Chicken Parmesan St￭ Shells are a delightful twist on the classic Italian-American dish, combining the comforting elements of chicken parmesan with the fun and satisfying shape of pasta shells. This dish features tender, st￭ pasta shells brimming with a savory chicken and cheese filling, all enveloped in a creamy marinara sauce and topped with gooey melted cheese.
Ingredients
Scale:
12-15 large jumbo pasta shells (cooked al dente)
2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon garlic and herb seasoning, or to taste
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups creamy marinara sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese for topping
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese for topping
Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente, drain and rinse with cold water.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic and herb seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Using a spoon, carefully fill each cooked pasta shell with the chicken and cheese mixture and place them in a greased baking dish.
Pour the creamy marinara sauce evenly over the st￭ shells.
Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the sauce.
Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Garnish with fresh basil if desired and serve warm.
