Best 5 Shrimp Stuffed Shells Recipes

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If you're looking for a delicious and elegant dish that's sure to impress your dinner guests, then shrimp stuffed shells are the perfect choice. Made with jumbo pasta shells that are stuffed with a creamy shrimp filling and then baked to perfection, this dish is sure to be a hit. Whether you're preparing it for a special occasion or just a weeknight meal, this recipe will provide you with all the necessary steps and ingredients to create a culinary masterpiece.

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

SHRIMP SCAMPI STUFFED SHELLS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 16 servings (8 servings per pan)

Number Of Ingredients 24

Kosher salt
40 jumbo pasta shells
1/4 cup olive oil
4 tablespoons salted butter
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
2 pounds peeled and deveined shrimp (21/25 count), chopped
Splash of white wine
1 lemon, juiced
Freshly ground black pepper
Two 8-ounce packages cream cheese, at room temperature
2 cups whole-milk ricotta
1 cup grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 large egg
3 cups grated fresh mozzarella
8 tablespoons (1 stick) salted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups whole milk
2 cups heavy cream
4 cloves garlic, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • For the pasta and filling: Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add a generous amount of salt. Cook the pasta shells until al dente according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, add the oil and butter to a large skillet and heat over medium heat until the butter is melted. Add the red pepper flakes, garlic and onions and cook until the onions are translucent, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the shrimp and cook, stirring, for 1 to 2 minutes. Add the wine, lemon juice and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Stir and simmer until the shrimp is cooked through, about 1 minute. Set aside on a plate to cool completely.
  • Add the cream cheese, ricotta, Parmesan, parsley, egg and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper to a large bowl. Using a spatula, mix together until well combined. Fold in the shrimp and set aside while you make the sauce.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • For the sauce: Using the same skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sprinkle over the flour. Cook, whisking, until the roux turns golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Pour in the milk and cream, whisking constantly, and cook until thickened, a few minutes. Add the garlic and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Add the parsley and set aside.
  • To assemble: Add 1 cup of sauce to the bottom of a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Using a spoon, fill each of the jumbo shells generously with the shrimp/cream cheese mixture. Lay 20 of the stuffed shells face down in the baking dish. Top with an additional 2 cups of sauce. Sprinkle over half of the shredded mozzarella. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly and hot, about 25 minutes.
  • For the second casserole: Assemble a second 9-by-13-inch baking dish with the remaining ingredients as above, then cover with plastic wrap and aluminum foil and freeze. When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly and cooked through, 35 to 40 minutes.

SHRIMP AND RICOTTA STUFFED JUMBO PASTA SHELLS



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Found this in a local grocery store flyer. It was delicious and quite easy to make! Crab could be substituted for the shrimp, I think, and I might try that in future.

Provided by Kathleen Constance

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

24 jumbo pasta shells
300 g cooked shrimp, thoroughly patted dry
1 (500 g) container ricotta cheese
3 tablespoons pesto sauce
2 large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
salt and pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 (700 ml) jar red pasta sauce, your choice of flavour
1 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook the pasta shells as per the package directions. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid. Cool the pasta shells in cold water and drain well again. Set aside.
  • Set 24 of the shrimp aside in a small bowl and refrigerate until needed. Coursely chop the remaining shrimp and place in a medium bowl. Mix in the ricotta, pesto, eggs, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, flour, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F Pour the jar of pasta sauce into a large, wide baking dish; stir in the reserved pasta cooking liquid. Spoon the ricotta/shrimp mixture into the pasta shells and set them on top of the pasta sauce. Set a whole shrimp on top of each shell. Sprinkle the shells with the 1 cup mozzarella cheese and the Parmesan cheese. Cover with foil and bake 30 minutes. Uncover and bake 15 minutes more, or until the tops are golden and the sauce is bubbling.
  • Suggested serving size is 4 shells each.

SHRIMP STUFFED JUMBO PASTA SHELLS



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Make and share this Shrimp Stuffed Jumbo Pasta Shells recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef Songull

Categories     Pasta Shells

Time 35m

Yield 24 shells, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb shrimp (peeled, deviened and coarsely chopped)
1/3 cup butter
16 ounces button mushrooms (coarsely chopped)
1 garlic clove (minced)
12 ounces sour cream
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons low sodium soy sauce
1 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
1 lb jumbo pasta shells

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler.
  • Melt butter in a 12" skillet.
  • Sautee shrimp, mushrooms, and garlic just until the shrimp begins to turn pink (set aside).
  • In a saucepan heat sour cream (but do not boil).
  • Add to the sour cream the salt, pepper, paprika, and soy sauce and heat for just a minute or two (stirring constantly).
  • Remove from heat a add the shrimp mixture.
  • Cook pasta shells in boiling water until tender, drain and rinse with cold water until cooled.
  • Fill shells with shrimp mixture, top with parmesan cheese.
  • Broil until tops are golden brown and bubbling.

SPICY SHRIMP STUFFED SHELLS SALAD



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Go ahead and say that 3 times fast! LOL! 0) Here you have have a spicy salad stuffed into jumbo pasta shells made easy for fun finger food.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Pasta Shells

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 jumbo pasta shells, cooked according to box directions
3/4 cup defrosted shrimp, cut into 1/4 if not small shrimp
1 cup diced summer slicing tomatoes
1/3 cup diced seeded cucumber
1/4 cup diced celery
1/3 cup diced zucchini
1/3 cup diced scallion
1 avocado, 3/4 cup diced
1 chipotle pepper, seed removed and diced
1 tablespoon adobo sauce
1 tablespoon herbs (cilantro, basil, and or parsley)
2 minced garlic cloves
1 fresh lime, juice
2 tablespoons yogurt
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Toss salad ingredients together.
  • Toss dressing ingredients together, add to salad and stir to coat.
  • Stuff and I mean stuff liberally into the shells. Chill for 1 hour. Garnish with fresh herbs and plate of a bed of fresh greens if desired.

SHRIMP-STUFFED SHELLS



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Pasta and Shrimp need I say more!

Provided by Ronda Krouch

Categories     Seafood

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 uncooked jumbo pasta shells
1 1/2 tsp evoo
1/2 c chopped, shallots
2 Tbsp minced garlic
1/2 c 1/3 less fat cream cheese
1/4 c 2% milk
1/4 tsp ground red pepper
1/3 c fresh basil
1 lb medium peeled and deveined, andcoarsely chopped raw shrimp
1 Tbsp potato starch
3 c marinara sauce
1/3 c grated fresh parmigiano-reggiano cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 400F: Cook pasta 7 minutes or until almost al dente, omitting salt and fat. Drain well.
  • 2. Heat a medium skillet over medium heat. Add oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add shallots; cook 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add garlic; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add cream cheese, milk and pepper; cook until cheese melts, stirring until smooth remove from heat. Stir in basil. Place shrimp in a bowl. Sprinkle with potato starch; toss well to coat. Add cream cheese mixture to shrimp; toss well.
  • 3. Divide shrimp mixture evenly among pasta shells. Coat a 13x9 inch glass or ceramic baking dish with cooking spray; spread 1 cup marinara over bottom of dish. Arrange shells in prepared dish; top with remaining 2 cups marinara. Sprinkle shells evenly with Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese. Bake at 400F for 30 minutes or until shrimp is done.

Tips:

  • Use large pasta shells for easier stuffing. Smaller shells can be difficult to fill, and the filling may not cook evenly.
  • Cook the pasta shells al dente. This means that they should be cooked until they are tender but still have a slight bite to them. Overcooked pasta shells will be mushy and difficult to stuff.
  • Use a variety of fillings. The possibilities are endless! Some popular fillings include shrimp, crab, lobster, ricotta cheese, spinach, and artichoke hearts.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs. This will add a pop of color and flavor to your dish.
  • Serve with a dipping sauce. This is a great way to add extra flavor and moisture to your shrimp-stuffed shells.

Conclusion:

Shrimp-stuffed shells are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. With a little creativity, you can create a dish that is sure to impress your friends and family.

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