Best 8 Shortcut Chicken Manicotti Recipes

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Shortcut chicken manicotti is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe uses pre-cooked chicken and wonton wrappers to create a quick and flavorful meal. The manicotti shells are filled with a creamy chicken, spinach, and cheese filling, then baked until golden brown. Served with a simple marinara sauce, this dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN MANICOTTI



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When one of my friends came home from the hospital with her newborn, I sent over this freezer casserole. She and her family raved over how good it was. Try substituting olives for mushrooms or using veal instead of chicken. -Jamie Valocchi, Mesa, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 casseroles (4 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon garlic powder
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
16 uncooked manicotti shells
2 jars (26 ounces each) spaghetti sauce, divided
1 pound bulk Italian sausage, cooked and drained
1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
2/3 cup water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Rub garlic powder over chicken; cut into 1-in. strips. Stuff chicken into manicotti shells. Spread 1 cup spaghetti sauce in each of 2 greased 13x9-in. baking dishes. , Place 8 stuffed manicotti shells in each dish. Sprinkle with sausage and mushrooms. Pour remaining spaghetti sauce over the top. Sprinkle with cheese., Drizzle water around the edge of each dish. Cover and bake 45-55 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink and pasta is tender. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked casseroles for up to 1 month. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 375°. Bake casseroles as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 546 calories, Fat 26g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 115mg cholesterol, Sodium 980mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 41g protein.

SHORTCUT CHICKEN MANICOTTI RECIPE



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Pass up time-consuming and go straight to tasty with our Shortcut Chicken Manicotti Recipe! Cheesy broccoli is featured in this chicken manicotti recipe.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (10-3/4 oz.) condensed cream of chicken soup
1-1/2 cups water
1/4 lb. (4 oz.) VELVEETA, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
12 manicotti shells, uncooked
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
2 cups frozen broccoli florets
1/4 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400ºF.
  • Microwave soup, water and VELVEETA in microwaveable bowl on HIGH 3 min. or until VELVEETA is completely melted and mixture is well blended, stirring after 2 min.
  • Spread 1/3 of the VELVEETA mixture onto bottom of 13x9-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray. Stuff pasta shells with chicken; place in baking dish.
  • Stir broccoli into remaining soup mixture; spoon over pasta shells. Sprinkle with Parmesan; cover.
  • Bake 45 to 50 min. or until pasta is tender and chicken is done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Sodium 1070 mg, Carbohydrate 32 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, Protein 32 g

SHORTCUT CHICKEN MANICOTTI



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This is a wonderful recipe that uses uncooked manicotti noodles.

Provided by pie223

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cubed
1 egg, beaten
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
½ cup drained, creamed cottage cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
10 manicotti shells
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 cup boiling water
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook chicken until opaque and juices run clear.
  • In a medium bowl, combine cooked chicken, egg, spinach, cottage cheese and Parmesan. Stuff uncooked manicotti shells with chicken mixture. Arrange shells, not touching one another, in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a medium bowl, combine soup, sour cream, milk and Italian seasoning and stir until smooth. Pour over shells in dish and spread to cover completely. Carefully pour boiling water around the edge of the dish. Cover tightly with foil.
  • Bake in preheated oven 60 minutes, or until pasta is tender. Sprinkle with Cheddar and parsley and let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511.7 calories, Carbohydrate 36.7 g, Cholesterol 124 mg, Fat 26.4 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 33.2 g, SaturatedFat 14.3 g, Sodium 825.6 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

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

MEXICAN CHICKEN MANICOTTI



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Our family of five enjoys trying different ethnic cuisines. This Italian specialty has a little Mexican zip. Be careful not to overcook the manicotti. If the filled shells happen to break, just place them in the pan seam-side down.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (8 ounces) manicotti shells
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup sour cream
1 small onion, diced, divided
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, divided
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 cup salsa
2/3 cup whole milk

Steps:

  • Cook manicotti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the chicken, 1-1/2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, cheddar cheese, sour cream, half of the onion and 6 tablespoons chilies. , In another bowl, combine the soup, salsa, milk and remaining onion and chilies. Spread 1/2 cup in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., Drain manicotti and rinse in cold water; stuff each with about 1/4 cupful chicken mixture. Arrange over sauce in baking dish. Pour remaining sauce over shells., Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining Monterey Jack cheese. Bake 10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 535 calories, Fat 29g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 118mg cholesterol, Sodium 937mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

SHORTCUT CHICKEN MANICOTTI



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Make and share this Shortcut Chicken Manicotti recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kimex

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h10m

Yield 3 stuffed manicottis, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 1/2 cups water
1/4 lb Velveeta cheese, cut up
2 cups frozen broccoli florets
12 manicotti, uncooked
1 lb chicken breast, cut into 1/2 inch strips
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F
  • Mix soup, water and Velveeta in microwaveable bowl.
  • Microwave on HIGH 3 minutes or until cheese is melted and mixture is well blended, stirring after 2 minutes.
  • Pour one third of the soup mixture onto bottom of 13 X9 inch baking dish; set aside.
  • Add broccoli to remaining soup mixture.
  • Stuff pasta with chicken strips; place in baking dish.
  • Cover completely with remaining soup mixture.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Cover with Foil.
  • Bake 45 - 50 minutes or until pasta is tender and chicken is cooked thru.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.9, Fat 23.1, SaturatedFat 9.5, Cholesterol 106.6, Sodium 1143.1, Carbohydrate 12.2, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 3.8, Protein 34.6

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

30-MINUTE CHICKEN MANICOTTI SKILLET



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Stuff manicotti shells with chicken, tomatoes and cheese for a 30-Minute Chicken Manicotti Skillet. This chicken manicotti skillet is great for weeknights.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/2 cups CLASSICO Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 cup water
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1/4 cup KRAFT Tuscan House Italian Dressing
1/4 tsp. dried basil leaves
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Italian* Five Cheese with a TOUCH OF PHILADELPHIA, divided
8 manicotti shells, uncooked

Steps:

  • Mix pasta sauce, tomatoes and water until blended.
  • Combine 3/4 cup of the sauce with chicken, dressing, basil and 1/2 cup cheese; spoon into manicotti shells. Place in nonstick skillet; top with remaining sauce. Turn to evenly coat manicotti with sauce. Bring to boil; cover. Simmer on medium heat 15 min. or until manicotti is tender, turning after 8 min.
  • Remove from heat. Sprinkle with remaining cheese; let stand 5 min. or until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 380 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 19 g

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken.
  • If you don't have manicotti shells, you can use lasagna noodles instead. Just cut them into 3-inch pieces.
  • For a vegetarian version of this dish, omit the chicken and add extra vegetables, such as spinach, mushrooms, or zucchini.
  • To make this dish ahead of time, assemble the manicotti and bake them for 20 minutes. Then, cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, bake the manicotti for an additional 20 minutes, or until heated through.
  • Serve the manicotti with a side of marinara sauce, Alfredo sauce, or your favorite pasta sauce.

Conclusion:

Chicken manicotti is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting recipe, give chicken manicotti a try. You won't be disappointed.

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