Best 6 Easy Chicken Manicotti Recipes

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When it comes to creating a delicious and impressive meal, chicken manicotti should be at the top of your list. This Italian favorite is a combination of tender chicken, flavorful cheeses, and pasta perfection. With its cheesy and savory filling, topped with a rich and tangy sauce, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. From classic recipes to modern interpretations, you'll find the best easy chicken manicotti recipes right here. So, put on your apron, grab your ingredients, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more.

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EASY CHICKEN STUFFED MANICOTTI



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Chicken Alfredo, manicotti style.

Provided by Jessica P.

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 1h20m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 7

¾ cup water
1 (16 ounce) jar Alfredo sauce
14 chicken tenders
2 tablespoons garlic powder
14 uncooked manicotti shells
2 tablespoons Montreal steak seasoning (such as McCormick®)
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix Alfredo sauce and water in a bowl; spread about 1/3 sauce mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Season chicken tenders with garlic powder and stuff chicken into manicotti shells; arrange manicotti in prepared baking dish. Pour remaining 2/3 sauce over manicotti and sprinkle with steak seasoning. Cover baking dish tightly with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in preheated oven until pasta is tender, about 1 hour. Remove foil and sprinkle Parmesan cheese over manicotti. Continue to bake until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488.7 calories, Carbohydrate 30.4 g, Cholesterol 96.9 mg, Fat 25.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 35.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 1666.1 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

SUPER EASY CHICKEN MANICOTTI



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Make ahead a freeze, great to have on hand for weekdays. Or for a busy weekend. I usually make 2 freeze one.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 1/2 lbs chicken breast tenders
14 uncooked manicotti
1 (2 1/2 ounce) can sliced ripe olives, drained
1 (30 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce, any variety
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Spread about 1/3 of the spaghetti sauce in ungreased rectangular baking dish, 13x9x2 inches.
  • Sprinkle garlic salt on chicken.
  • Insert chicken into uncooked manicotti shells, stuffing from each end of shell to fill if necessary.
  • Place shells on spaghetti sauce in dish.
  • Pour remaining spaghetti sauce evenly over shells, covering completely.
  • Sprinkle with olives and cheese. STOP HERE.
  • TO STORE IN REFRIGERATOR: Cover unbaked manicotti tightly with aluminum foil.
  • and refrigerate no longer than 24 hours.
  • TO STORE IN FREEZER: Wrap unbaked manicotti tightly with aluminum foil and label.
  • Freeze no longer than 1 month.
  • TO COOK FROM REFRIGERATOR: About 1 hour before serving, heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Bake in covered baking dish about 1 hour, or until shells are tender.
  • TO COOK FROM FREEZER: About 1 1/2 hours before serving, heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Bake in covered baking dish about 1 1/2 hours or until shells are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.3, Fat 14.6, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 95.3, Sodium 1131.1, Carbohydrate 18.4, Fiber 1, Sugar 13.7, Protein 37.5

SUPER-EASY CHICKEN MANICOTTI



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Super easy! No precooked noodles, just five ingredients and only three easy steps.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h20m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 jar (25.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic pasta sauce (any variety)
3/4 cup water
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 1/2 lb uncooked chicken breast tenders (not breaded)
14 uncooked manicotti shells (8 oz)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (8 oz)
Chopped fresh basil leaves, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In medium bowl, mix pasta sauce and water. Spread about 1/3 of the pasta sauce mixture in ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish.
  • Sprinkle garlic salt on chicken. Insert chicken into uncooked manicotti shells, stuffing from each end of shell to fill if necessary. Place shells on pasta sauce in baking dish. Pour remaining pasta sauce evenly over shells, covering completely. Cover with foil.
  • Bake about 1 hour or until chicken is no longer pink in center and shells are tender. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake uncovered about 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 710 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

SUPER-EASY CHICKEN MANICOTTI



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Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (26-ounce) jar tomato sauce
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 1/2 pounds chicken breast tenders (not breaded)
14 uncooked manicotti shells (8 ounces)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (8 ounces)
Chopped fresh basil leaves, if desired

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 350°. Spread about 1/3 of the pasta sauce in ungreased rectangular baking dish, 13 9 2 inches.2. Sprinkle garlic salt on chicken. Insert chicken into uncooked manicotti shells, stuffing from each end of shell to fill if necessary. Place shells on pasta sauce in dish. Pour remaining pasta sauce evenly over shells, covering completely. Sprinkle with cheese.3. Cover and bake about 1 hour 30 minutes or until shells are tender. Sprinkle with basil.1 SERVING: Calories 435 (Calories from Fat 115) Fat 13g (Saturated 5g) Cholesterol 75mg: Sodium 940mg Carbohydrate 46g (Dietary Fiber 3g) Protein 36g o % Daily Value: Vitamin A 18% Vitamin C 12% Calcium 28% Iron 16% o Exchanges: 3 Starch, 3 Lean Meat, 1 Vegetable, 1 Fat o Carbohydrate Choices: 3together timeDrizzle melted chocolate over brownies, cake or pretzel rods for dessert. Melt semisweet chocolate chips pour into a plastic food-storage bag and seal. Snip off a corner from the bag, and drizzle chocolate "frosting" over your favorite goodies.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

EASY CHICKEN MANICOTTI



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This is so easy . Put it together the night before. No need to cook the shells.I new twist using chicken that the whole family will enjoy.

Provided by Bonnie Brennhofer

Categories     Pasta

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 box manicotti shells
3 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
1-32 oz jar(s) prego spaghetti sauce
garlic salt
2 c mozzarella cheese
parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Defrost chicken till it's still slightly frozen for easy slicing. Slice chicken into 12 strips (enough to fill manicotti shells.No need to cook manicotti shells. Grease 13x9 pan
  • 2. Season chicken with garlic salt. Stuff chicken strips into shells and put into greased pan.Pour Prego over and cover. Refridge over night.
  • 3. Preheat oven to 350* Bake covered for 1 hour or until shells are done. Sprinkle with mozzarella and return to oven till chesse melts.
  • 4. Serve with parm cheese to sprinkle. Goes great with a tossed salad and garlic bread.

EASY CHICKEN MANICOTTI



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A friend of mine gave me the original recipe, which of course I promptly modified. This is simple and yummy! Note that the ricotta does not stay IN the shells, it blends with the sauce to make everything extra cheesy.

Provided by Danyal Vierheller

Categories     Pasta

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pkg manicotti, uncooked
2-3 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, chopped
15 oz ricotta cheese
2 pkg shredded sharp cheddar (appx 4 cups)
2 can(s) tomato sauce (26.5 oz each)
spices to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350. Put ricotta in a bowl, and mix herbs to taste. (recommended: garlic salt or powder, fresh ground pepper, basil/oregano, Italian herb mix.) Mix in chicken until thoroughly coated.
  • 2. Spray a 13" x 9" glass casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray. Pour one can of sauce in the bottom of the pan and sprinkle with one bag of cheese. Stuff chicken-ricotta filling into the manicotti and arrange in the pan. Cover with the other can of sauce and the other bag of cheese.
  • 3. Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Uncover, turn the temperature up to 375 and bake for 20 more minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes after removing from oven. Serve with a spatula.

Tips:

  • Prep Ahead: Make the manicotti filling and sauce a day ahead and store them separately in the refrigerator. This will save time on the day you want to serve the dish.
  • Use a Variety of Cheeses: Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of cheeses in the filling. A blend of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan is a classic choice, but you can also try adding in some Asiago, Fontina, or Provolone.
  • Cook the Manicotti Al Dente: Be careful not to overcook the manicotti shells. They should be cooked al dente, meaning they should be tender but still have a slight bite to them.
  • Don't overcrowd the Pan: When baking the manicotti, don't overcrowd the pan. Leave some space between each manicotti so that they can cook evenly.
  • Serve with a Simple Salad: Chicken manicotti is a rich and hearty dish, so it's best served with a simple salad on the side. A light green salad or a Caesar salad would be a good choice.

Conclusion:

Chicken manicotti is a classic Italian dish that is sure to impress your family and friends. It's a delicious and versatile dish that can be customized to your own taste. With a little planning and effort, you can make chicken manicotti that is sure to be a hit at your next dinner party.

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