Best 5 Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Stuffed Shells Recipes

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Cheesy chicken broccoli stuffed shells are a delicious and hearty dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Made with a combination of tender pasta shells, juicy chicken, broccoli florets, a creamy cheese sauce, and a sprinkle of flavorful seasonings, this dish is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. With a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHEESY CHICKEN & BROCCOLI STUFFED SHELLS



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Make and share this Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Stuffed Shells recipe from Food.com.

Provided by OceanIvy

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (16 ounce) box jumbo pasta shells
2 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup chopped onion
2 (10 ounce) bags frozen broccoli, thawed &, well drained
1 1/2 cups cooked chicken, chopped
1 cup light cream or 1 cup half-and-half
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1 egg, slightly beaten
1/4 cup butter
1 1/2 teaspoons instant chicken broth
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup flour
1 cup milk
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Cook shells as directed--don't overcook because they will cook in oven again.
  • Cool shells in a large bowl of COLD water; set aside for now.
  • Sauté onion in 2 tablespoons of butter until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Combine broccoli, onion, mozzarella cheese, sour cream, egg and chicken; set aside.
  • Melt 1/4 cup butter in saucepan. Stir in flour, instant bouillon and pepper.
  • Stir in milk and cream; bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
  • Boil and stir 1 minute until thickened. Remove shells from water, strain and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Spread small amount of sauce on bottom of 2-quart rectangular baking dish.
  • Stuff each shell with broccoli and chicken mixture; put shells in dish.
  • Spoon remaining sauce over shells and sprinkle with Parmesan.
  • Bake 30-35 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

CHEESY BROCCOLI-STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS



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I don't like eating soup seating the summer months, so I created this stuffed chicken breast to satisfy a craving for broccoli and cheese soup.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 serving nonstick cooking spray
1 ½ cups finely chopped broccoli
4 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese, cubed
½ cup cooked white rice
¼ cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon garlic granules
4 (6 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon tropical poultry rub (such as Savory Spice® Gold Coast Poultry Rub)
aluminum foil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Coat an 8-inch square casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Combine broccoli, Cheddar cheese, rice, and onion in a medium bowl. Add salt and garlic granules; mix well.
  • Cut a deep pocket into each chicken breast with a sharp knife. Stuff each breast with broccoli-cheese mixture, place in the prepared casserole, and sprinkle with poultry rub. Cover casserole with aluminum foil.
  • Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 10 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.8 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Cholesterol 84.4 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 29.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 569.1 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

CHICKEN BROCCOLI SHELLS



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This cheesy entree is a make-ahead dream. Just assemble it ahead of time and put it in the oven when company arrives. I round out the meal with a tossed salad and warm bread. -Karen Jagger, Columbia City, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 jar (16 ounces) Alfredo sauce
2 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed
2 cups diced cooked chicken
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
21 jumbo pasta shells, cooked and drained

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the Alfredo sauce, broccoli, chicken and cheeses. Spoon into pasta shells. Place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. , Cover and bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until heated through. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked casserole. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 355 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 453mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

BROCCOLI CHEESE STUFFED CHICKEN



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This cheesy broccoli chicken is the perfect comfort food on a cold day. By buying thin-sliced chicken cutlets, you save yourself the work of slicing them yourself, however feel free to cut regular-sized chicken breasts if you prefer. Slice in half horizontally, then pound thin to about a 1/4-inch thickness. Feel free to change up the flavor of The Laughing Cow® cheese for variety.

Provided by France C

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 thin chicken breast cutlets
salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 wedges spreadable garlic and herb cheese (such as The Laughing Cow®), softened
1 cup frozen broccoli florets, thawed and finely chopped
¼ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
8 toothpicks, or as needed
1 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Pound chicken cutlets to 1/4-inch thickness between two pieces of plastic wrap. Sprinkle both sides of cutlets with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Mash cheese wedges with a fork in a small bowl and stir to a creamy consistency. Add broccoli and shredded Cheddar cheese and stir to combine.
  • Spread broccoli filling evenly over the middle of each cutlet. Start from one end, roll cutlets up and secure edges with toothpicks.
  • Combine flour and paprika in a shallow bowl. Dredge chicken rolls in the mixture.
  • Heat olive oil in a oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken rolls into skillet and cook until browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn over and brown the other side for an additional 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Place skillet into the preheated oven and bake until chicken is no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 14 to 16 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove toothpicks and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Cholesterol 75.8 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 444.4 mg, Sugar 1.6 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

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken.
  • For a cheesy, gooey filling, use a combination of mozzarella and cheddar cheeses.
  • If you don't have broccoli on hand, you can substitute another vegetable, such as spinach, zucchini, or mushrooms.
  • To make the shells easier to stuff, boil them for a few minutes before filling them.
  • If you're short on time, you can skip the baking step and just serve the stuffed shells with marinara sauce.

Conclusion:

Cheesy chicken broccoli stuffed shells are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try.

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