Chicken and shells soup is a classic comfort food that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a simple dish to make, and it can be easily customized to suit your own taste. This hearty soup is perfect for a cold winter day, or for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The combination of chicken, pasta, and vegetables makes it a nutritious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and comforting bowl of chicken and shells soup in no time.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
CHEESY CHICKEN 'N' SHELLS
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
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.
CHUNKY CHICKEN SOUP WITH PASTA SHELLS
Chicken soup made with pasta shells and vegetables is perfect for a hearty dinner that's ready within an hour.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oil in Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook onions, bell pepper, carrots and garlic in oil 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Stir in broth, tomatoes, beans, chicken and basil. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to medium-low. Cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in pasta. Cook 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender. Top each serving with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 54 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fiber 11 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving, Sodium 1500 mg
CHICKEN PARMESAN-STUFFED SHELLS
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
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
CREAM OF CHICKEN STUFFED SHELLS
Make and share this Cream of Chicken Stuffed Shells recipe from Food.com.
Provided by joanna.l.wilson
Categories Pasta Shells
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Cook shells according to package directions.
- Prepare stuffing mix according to directions.
- Combine stuffing, chicken, mayo, seasoned salt, pepper, and Mrs. Dash in large bowl.
- Combine cream of chicken soup, milk, and cheese in seperate bowl.
- Stuff shells with the stuffing filling and place in a greased 9x13 pan.
- Pour soup mixture over shells.
- Bake covered for 45 minutes at 350 degrees.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.6, Fat 10.5, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 12.1, Sodium 527.2, Carbohydrate 15, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 4.8, Protein 3.1
AMAZING CHICKEN STUFFED SHELLS
Easy, quick, and inexpensive. Great way to use leftover, cooked chicken. Serve with sauce spooned over top and a sprinkle of parsley (looks pretty). Cook time includes time to cook shells.
Provided by Manda
Categories Chicken
Time 1h10m
Yield 20 shells
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Prepare shells according to package directions and cool.
- Prepare stuffing according to package.
- In large bowl, combine prepared stuffing, chicken, mayonnaise, salt, pepper, and Mrs.
- Dash.
- Set aside.
- Lightly coat 9x13-inch pan with cooking spray.
- Stuff each shell with a large spoonful of chicken mixture and place in pan.
- Mix soup with water in separate bowl.
- Pour over filled shells.
- Loosely cover with aluminum foil and bake 45 minutes.
- Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 46.2, Fat 1.2, SaturatedFat 0.3, Cholesterol 1.6, Sodium 266.6, Carbohydrate 7.3, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.9, Protein 1.4
SPINACH & SHELLS SOUP
I played around with this recipe for 15 years before I got it just right! Served with toasted garlic bread, it makes a wonderful wintertime lunch.-Joyce Toney, Peoria, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the broth, tomatoes, pasta, bouillon and garlic. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-7 minutes or until pasta is almost tender. , Stir in the beans, spinach, basil, oregano and pepper; cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until heated through and pasta is tender. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 906mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHICKEN STUFFED SHELLS
These chicken stuffed shells are easy and very yummy. Plus they heat up as leftovers really well! My family loves them!!! I usually cook a 3-4 pound chicken and use it for the shells and a chicken salad.
Provided by JOONEY
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Baked and Roasted
Time 1h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Prepare the stuffing according to package directions.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place pasta shells in the pot, cook 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
- In a saucepan, mix the cream of celery soup, cream of chicken soup, and chicken broth. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook and stir 5 minutes, or until heated through.
- In a bowl, mix the chicken and prepared stuffing. Fill the cooked pasta shells with the chicken mixture, and arrange in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Pour the soup mixture over the stuffed shells. Cover baking dish with aluminum foil.
- Bake 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 575 calories, Carbohydrate 53.5 g, Cholesterol 101.1 mg, Fat 21.6 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 38.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 1435.8 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
CHICKEN MEATBALL SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: ground chicken, panko bread crumbs, large egg, grated parmesan cheese, garlic, fresh parsley, kosher salt, pepper, olive oil, white onion, carrot, celery, garlic, chicken stock, bay leaf, dry orzo pasta, swiss chard, grated parmesan cheese, kosher salt, pepper, lemon juice
Provided by Rie McClenny
Categories Lunch
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, combine the ground chicken, bread crumbs, egg, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well, then form into 1-inch (2 cm) meatballs. You should have 16-18 total.
- In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Sear the meatballs on all sides until golden brown, 4-5 minutes. Remove from the pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, heat the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add the onion, carrot, and celery and cook, stirring occasionally until tender, 3-4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, 1-2 minutes.
- Add the chicken stock and bay leaf. Cover and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, add the orzo and meatballs. Cover and simmer for 7-8 minutes, until the orzo is tender.
- Add the Swiss chard, cover, and cook for 2-3 minutes until the chard has wilted.
- Add the Parmesan cheese and season to taste with salt and pepper. Add the lemon juice.
- Ladle into bowls and serve.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1425 calories, Carbohydrate 114 grams, Fat 92 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 29 grams, Sugar 18 grams
Tips:
- Use a variety of vegetables to add flavor and nutrients to your soup. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, garlic, leeks, and mushrooms.
- Cook the vegetables until they are tender but still have a little bit of crunch. This will help them to retain their nutrients and flavor.
- Use a good quality chicken broth. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your soup.
- Add the chicken to the soup towards the end of the cooking time. This will help to prevent it from becoming overcooked and dry.
- Season the soup to taste with salt and pepper. You can also add other herbs and spices, such as thyme, rosemary, or bay leaves.
- Serve the soup hot with a side of bread or crackers.
Conclusion:
Chicken and shells soup is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a versatile dish that can be customized to your own liking. You can add different vegetables, herbs, and spices to create a soup that is unique and flavorful. Chicken and shells soup is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. So next time you have some leftover chicken, give this recipe a try.
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