Best 10 Cheesy Chicken And Shells Recipes

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Are you craving a hearty and comforting meal that combines the creamy goodness of cheese with the tender, succulent flavors of chicken and shells? Look no further! Our comprehensive guide will lead you through a culinary journey, exploring the world of cheesy chicken and shells recipes. We will unravel the secrets behind creating the perfect blend of textures and flavors, from the crispy, golden-brown chicken to the rich, gooey cheese sauce and the al dente pasta shells. Whether you prefer classic recipes passed down through generations or modern twists that add a touch of innovation, we have curated a collection of the best cheesy chicken and shells recipes to satisfy every palate. So, grab your apron and get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you and your loved ones craving for more!

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CHEESY CHICKEN STUFFED SHELLS RECIPE



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Chicken Stuffed Shells is a complete meal that is easy, creamy and prepared in record time! Perfect for busy weeknights, you can make this delicious and hearty meal for your family without spending hours over the stove.

Provided by Holly

Categories     dinner     Main Course     Pasta

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound jumbo pasta shells
2 cups chicken (cooked and shredded )
1 cup ricotta cheese ((or cottage cheese))
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons fresh parsley
salt and pepper (to taste)
10.5 ounces condensed cream of chicken soup
12 ounces evaporated milk
4 ounces herb & garlic cream cheese
1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese (divided)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Boil and drain pasta shells until al dente. Rinse in cold water and set aside.
  • In a medium sized bowl combine the shredded chicken, ricotta cheese, 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, garlic powder, parsley, and salt & pepper to taste.
  • Pour cream of chicken soup into a medium saucepan and heat over medium heat. Stir in evaporated milk and whisk until mixed.
  • Add cream cheese to soup mixture stirring over medium heat until melted. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup mozzarella cheese
  • Fill pasta shells with chicken mixture and place in a 9x13 pan. Top with sauce and remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake until hot & bubbly (about 25 minutes).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 691 kcal, Carbohydrate 69 g, Protein 38 g, Fat 28 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 114 mg, Sodium 909 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHEESY CHICKEN 'N' SHELLS



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When our friend served us this entree, I asked her for the recipe right away. It was so good, I thought I would share it with others. I cut the recipe down for a meal or two, but it can easily be doubled or tripled. -Jodee Harding, Mount Vernon, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 cups uncooked medium shell pasta
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup water
1-1/4 cups chicken broth
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1/2 cup diced process cheese (Velveeta)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken
3 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine the flour and water until smooth. Gradually stir in broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; add soup, cheese and seasonings. Cook and stir 5 minutes or until cheese is melted., Drain pasta; place in a bowl. Stir in soup mixture and chicken. Transfer to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Toss bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, 30 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 429 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 1304mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

QUICK SHELLS AND CHEESE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 16m

Yield 8 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound mini shells pasta
2 cups whole milk
1 tablespoon butter
2 cups grated Cheddar-Jack
8 ounces processed cheese, such as Velveeta, diced
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
  • Heat the milk and butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the cheeses and stir until melted. Stir in the pepper, salt and seasoned salt. Drain the pasta, and stir it into the cheese sauce. Serve immediately.

CHICKEN PARMESAN-STUFFED SHELLS



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Chicken Parmesan gets a new spin in this easy-to-make (and quick-to-disappear!) pasta bake. Jumbo shells are stuffed with cheesy chicken filling and topped with crispy toasted bread crumbs in this delicious dinner.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

32 jumbo pasta shells (from 12-oz package)
2 1/2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1 container (15 oz) whole-milk ricotta cheese
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (8 oz)
1 egg, slightly beaten
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
4 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 jar (25.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic tomato basil pasta sauce
2 tablespoons olive oil
2/3 cup Progresso™ plain panko crispy bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Rinse with cool water; drain.
  • Meanwhile, in medium bowl, mix chicken, ricotta cheese, 1 cup of the mozzarella cheese, the egg, Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons of the basil, the garlic, salt and pepper.
  • Spread 1 cup of the pasta sauce in bottom of baking dish. Fill each shell with heaping tablespoon chicken mixture. Place shells in baking dish. Spoon remaining sauce over stuffed shells.
  • Cover with foil; bake 30 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake uncovered 5 to 10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in 8-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add bread crumbs; stir to coat. Cook and stir 2 to 4 minutes or until golden brown. Sprinkle over baked shells along with remaining 2 tablespoons basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 540, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 930 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1/2 g

CHICKEN AND CHEESE STUFFED JUMBO SHELLS



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I came up with this based upon another recipe, but used things I had in the kitchen. It is a great alternative if your family or guests don't eat red meat!

Provided by ECHO2003

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Pasta

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (12 ounce) package jumbo pasta shells
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cubed
1 onion, chopped
1 egg
1 cup dry bread crumbs
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
salt and pepper to taste
8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (29 ounce) can tomato sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. Separate shells and let stand, so they are not touching, on waxed paper or foil.
  • In large skillet over medium heat, combine chicken, onion, egg and bread crumbs. Cook until chicken is no longer pink. Season with oregano, basil, salt and pepper. Stir in three-quarters of the shredded mozzarella and cheddar; cook until cheeses melt.
  • Fill shells with chicken mixture, using a tablespoon, and place in a 9 x 13 baking dish. Cover the shells with the tomato sauce and top with the reserved cheese. Cover with foil and bake 45 minutes, or until lightly browned and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 705.2 calories, Carbohydrate 70.2 g, Cholesterol 145.2 mg, Fat 25.1 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 48.6 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 1402.2 mg, Sugar 14.4 g

CHEESY CHICKEN STUFFED SHELLS



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I came up with this trying to duplicate a frozen dinner from my childhood. This is my childrens' most requested dinner. I am sometimes inconsistent though and will add a can of either cream of chicken or cream of mushroom soup to the white sauce.

Provided by pines506

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 chicken breasts, cooked and finely chopped
18 jumbo pasta shells, cooked per package directions
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup flour
3 cups milk or 3 cups cream
salt
pepper
1 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1 teaspoon dried parsley
3 cups mozzarella cheese, divided
1 cup prepared marinara sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Mix chopped chicken, egg, ricotta, parsley, 1 1/2 cups mozzarella and 1/2 cup parmesan in bowl and set aside.
  • Make white sauce: Melt butter in saucepan and add flour.
  • Cook a little, but don't let butter brown.
  • Add milk and salt, pepper and 1/2 cup parmesan cheese.
  • Cook and stir until thickened.
  • Spread half of the marinara sauce in bottom of pan.
  • Fill cooled shells with chicken mixture.
  • Pour white sauce over shells and drizzle rest of marinara over top.
  • Sprinkle remaining mozzarella over all.
  • Cover and bake about 40 minutes.
  • Uncover and bake another 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 659.5, Fat 45.3, SaturatedFat 25.7, Cholesterol 200.1, Sodium 1025.1, Carbohydrate 18.6, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 4.7, Protein 43.7

CHEESY CHICKEN AND SHELLS



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This is a very satisfying recipe. Easy to make. The recipe is for 2-4 servings but is easily doubled or tripled. I have taken this to many family outings and it was always a big hit.

Provided by kclay61

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 cups uncooked medium pasta shells
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup water
1 1/4 cups chicken broth
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup processed cheese, diced (Velveeta)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1 1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken
3 tablespoons dry breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon melted butter

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine the flour and water until smooth. Gradually stir in broth.
  • Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; add the soup, cheese and seasonings. Cook and stir for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  • Drain pasta; place in a bowl. Stir in soup mixture and chicken. Transfer to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Toss bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over the top. Bake, uncovered, at 350* for 30 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 687.9, Fat 24, SaturatedFat 8.6, Cholesterol 106.2, Sodium 1962.3, Carbohydrate 71.8, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 3, Protein 43.4

CREAMY SHELLS AND CHICKEN



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"This is a great weeknight chicken dish. While it simmers I can throw together a salad or steam some broccoli, and I have a tasty dinner ready in a flash," writes Trisha Kruse of Eagle, Idaho. Using the pasta mix really makes this saucy meal easy to fix.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
2 tablespoons butter, divided
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1-1/3 cups water
1/2 cup milk
1 package (4.9 ounces) creamy garlic shells
Shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, cook chicken over medium heat in 1 tablespoon oil and 1 tablespoon butter for 4-5 minutes or until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm. , In the same skillet, saute onion and peppers in remaining oil and butter until crisp-tender. Stir in the water, milk and shells. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-12 minutes or until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally. Add the chicken; cook 2-3 minutes longer or until heated through. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 458 calories, Fat 23g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 835mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

VELVEETA CHEESY CHICKEN SKILLET



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Sneak some veggies into this no-fuss VELVEETA Cheesy Chicken Skillet that can be prepped in 10 minutes flat. Even your pickiest eaters will approve!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 35m

Yield Makes 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 pkg. (12 oz.) VELVEETA Shells & Cheese Dinner
1 cup milk
1 cup water
1 cup broccoli florets
1 carrot, sliced

Steps:

  • Cook chicken in large skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium-high heat 5 min. or until done, stirring occasionally.
  • Add Shells, milk and water; stir. Bring to boil; cover. Simmer on medium-low heat 10 min. Stir in broccoli and carrots; cook, covered, 5 min. Remove from heat.
  • Stir in VELVEETA Sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 820 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 37 g

CHEESY GARLIC CHICKEN & SHELLS



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Pressed for time? Try quick-cooking chicken breasts served with chopped tomato and a VELVEETA Shells & Cheese Dinner.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (2 lb.)
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1 Tbsp. oil
3 cups water
1 pkg. (24 oz.) VELVEETA Shells & Cheese Dinner
1 large tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • Sprinkle both sides of each chicken breast with garlic powder.
  • Heat oil in Dutch oven or large saucepot on medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 1 to 2 min. on each side or until browned on both sides. Remove from pan; set aside. Add water to pan. Bring to boil. Stir in Shell Macaroni; top with chicken. Cover; simmer on medium-low heat 12 min. or until shells are tender.
  • Stir in tomato and Cheese Sauce. Cook on medium-low heat 2 to 3 min. or until cheese sauce is melted and mixture is heated through, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Sodium 780 mg, Carbohydrate 38 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g, Protein 35 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of cheeses: Combining different types of cheeses, such as cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan, adds depth of flavor and texture to the dish.
  • Cook the chicken thoroughly: To ensure that the chicken is cooked through, use a meat thermometer to check that it has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • Use a good quality pasta: Choose a pasta that is made with high-quality ingredients and has a good texture. Some good options include penne, shells, or macaroni.
  • Don't overcook the pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, but be careful not to overcook it, as this will make it mushy.
  • Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as basil, oregano, or thyme, add a burst of flavor to the dish. If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs, but use about half the amount.
  • Serve immediately: Cheesy chicken and shells is best served immediately after it is made, while the cheese is still melted and gooey.

Conclusion:

Cheesy chicken and shells is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its creamy, cheesy sauce, tender chicken, and flavorful pasta, it's a dish that everyone will love. Whether you're serving it for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, cheesy chicken and shells is sure to be a hit.

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