Best 3 Chicken Manicotti Alfredo Recipes

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Welcome to the culinary journey of discovering the best recipe for the classic Italian dish, Chicken Manicotti Alfredo. This delectable dish combines tender chicken, pillowy manicotti pasta, and a creamy, flavorful Alfredo sauce. Whether you're hosting a special occasion dinner or craving a satisfying weeknight meal, finding the perfect recipe for chicken manicotti alfredo will elevate your taste buds and leave you craving for more. In this article, we'll explore various recipes, highlighting their unique ingredients, cooking techniques, and the secrets behind crafting the ultimate chicken manicotti alfredo that will satisfy your palate and impress your loved ones.

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CHICKEN MANICOTTI ALFREDO



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A very rich Italian pasta dish. Bottled Alfredo sauce can be used to speed preparation, if desired.

Provided by Jeff Ellison

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
½ cup distilled white vinegar
1 cup olive oil
1 clove crushed garlic
1 (12 ounce) package manicotti pasta
6 tablespoons butter
2 cups heavy whipping cream
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 ½ cups grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1 pint part-skim ricotta cheese
1 egg
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1 tablespoon chopped fresh marjoram
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, marinate chicken with vinegar, olive oil, and garlic for at least 30 minutes. Saute in a little olive oil until done. Set aside.
  • Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling water until al dente. Drain, and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter or margarine in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Add heavy cream, salt, nutmeg, and ground black pepper, and stir until sauce thickens. Reduce heat to low. Add grated Parmesan cheese, and stir until the cheese melts. Set Alfredo sauce aside.
  • In a large bowl, mix together ricotta cheese, egg, oregano, marjoram, and basil. Mix in cooked chicken.
  • Stuff cooked manicotti shells with chicken and ricotta mixture. Cover the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish with half of the Alfredo sauce. Place stuffed shells on top of sauce. Pour remaining sauce over shells. Top with one cup shredded mozzarella cheese. Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake at 350 degree F (175 degree C) oven for 45 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 813 calories, Carbohydrate 37.4 g, Cholesterol 196.8 mg, Fat 59.8 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 33.3 g, SaturatedFat 29.7 g, Sodium 810.7 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

CHICKEN ALFREDO MANICOTTI



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We save some time by piping the chicken, cheese and spinach filling directly into uncooked manicotti shells, then letting them bake to perfection in a creamy, rich Alfredo sauce. Comfort pasta at its best.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

6 strips thick-cut bacon, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 large leek (about 10 ounces), white and light green parts, thinly sliced
2 1/2 cups half-and-half
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
Juice of 1/2 lemon
4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves, chopped, plus more for garnish
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
One 10-ounce box frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
2 1/2 cups ricotta cheese (about 1 pound)
1 cup diced rotisserie chicken
3/4 cup shredded Italian blend cheese
Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
One 8-ounce box manicotti
1/2 cup shredded Italian blend cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • For the Alfredo sauce: Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crisp and brown, 7 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and reserve.
  • Add the garlic and leeks to the skillet with the remaining bacon fat and cook until translucent, about 2 minutes. Add the half-and-half, Parmesan, crushed red pepper and lemon juice and bring to a simmer. Add the cream cheese and cook until the sauce is thickened and the cheese is melted and fully incorporated, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat, stir in the parsley and season with salt and black pepper.
  • For the filling: Add the spinach, ricotta, chicken, Italian blend cheese, crushed red pepper, lemon juice, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper to a large bowl and mix until fully combined. Transfer the mixture to a large disposable piping bag (or resealable plastic bag) and snip a large hole at the end of the bag.
  • For the pasta: Spoon 1 cup of the sauce on the bottom of a flameproof (not glass) 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Pipe the filling into both ends of the uncooked manicotti shells until filled and arrange them in the baking dish. Top with the remaining sauce, reserved bacon and Italian blend cheese. Cover with foil and bake until the sauce is bubbly and the pasta is cooked, 30 to 40 minutes.
  • Remove the baking dish from the oven and remove the foil. Turn the oven to broil. Broil until the top is golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Sprinkle with more chopped parsley.

CHICKEN ALFREDO STUFFED MANICOTTI



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Creamy chicken Alfredo stuffed inside manicotti noodles, topped with chicken Alfredo and mozzarella cheese. I created this recipe myself so it is by no means professional. I have never shared a recipe before but my family loves this one so much I figured this would be a good first one.

Provided by Heather Beal

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 2h32m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups chicken stock, or as needed
3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 (8 ounce) package manicotti shells
3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (8 ounce) package fresh mushrooms, finely chopped
¼ cup chopped green onions
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 (16 ounce) jars Alfredo sauce

Steps:

  • Bring chicken stock to a boil in a saucepan. Add chicken breasts. Cook until chicken can be easily pulled apart with a fork, about 30 minutes. Drain and cool until easily handled. Shred using 2 forks.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook manicotti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until still firm to the bite, about 7 minutes. Drain.
  • Mix shredded chicken, 2 cups mozzarella cheese, cream cheese, mushrooms, green onions, and garlic together in a bowl. Pour in enough Alfredo sauce until filling has a thick and creamy consistency.
  • Spoon chicken filling into a piping bag, reserving about 1/2 cup of the filling in the bowl. Pipe filling into manicotti.
  • Mix remaining Alfredo sauce with reserved chicken filling in the bowl.
  • Arrange stuffed manicotti in a baking dish. Cover evenly with Alfredo sauce mixture until there are no dry spots. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup mozzarella cheese on top. Cover baking dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and sauce is bubbling, about 50 minutes. Remove aluminum foil and continue baking until cheese starts to brown, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 692.7 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 126 mg, Fat 51.4 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 31.2 g, SaturatedFat 23.8 g, Sodium 1808.8 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of cheeses: A combination of cheeses, such as ricotta, Parmesan, and mozzarella, adds flavor and texture to the manicotti filling.
  • Cook the manicotti shells al dente: This means cooking them until they are tender but still have a slight bite to them. This will prevent them from becoming too soft and mushy when baked.
  • Stuff the manicotti shells tightly: This will help to prevent the filling from leaking out during baking.
  • Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what brings the dish together, so be sure to use a sauce that you enjoy. A simple Alfredo sauce is always a good choice.
  • Bake the manicotti until golden brown: This will give the dish a nice crispy crust.

Conclusion:

Chicken manicotti Alfredo is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion dinner. With its creamy Alfredo sauce, tender chicken filling, and crispy manicotti shells, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give chicken manicotti Alfredo a try! You won't be disappointed.

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