This is a very modified version of recipe #120007. I use banquet chicken tenders because they are longer than the other brands and I put in one per manicotti and I had two leftover. This will make 5-6 8"x8" pans of manicotti depending on how many you put in each pan. I make five.
Provided by Jadelabyrinth
Categories Chicken
Time 2h25m
Yield 5 pans, 10-15 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Using one jar of sauce, spread an equal amount of sauce on the bottom of each 8"x8" pan.
- Using a butter knife spread a thin coat of ricotta cheese inside each manicotti noodle.
- Insert chicken into uncooked manicotti shells, choose which end to stuff from wisely, the tenders will fit but you have to squeeze them in gently.
- Fill in the ends of the manicotti with the remaining ricotta cheese.
- Place shells on spaghetti sauce in dish. To make five pans place 8-9 in each pan. To make 6 pans, place 7 in each pan.
- Pour remaining spaghetti sauce evenly over shells, covering completely. Add 1/4 cup of water to each pan.
- Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. STOP HERE.
- TO STORE IN REFRIGERATOR: Cover the unbaked manicotti tightly with aluminum foil. Refrigerate no longer than 24 hours.
- TO STORE IN FREEZER: Wrap unbaked manicotti tightly with labeled aluminum foil Or cover with foil and place in a labeled freezer bag. Freeze no longer than 1 month.
- TO COOK FROM REFRIGERATOR: Heat oven to 350 degrees and cook covered pan for 1 hour and fifteen minutes, or until noodles are tender.
- TO COOK FROM FREEZER: Heat oven to 350 degrees and cook covered pan for 1 hour and 50 minutes, or until noodles are tender.
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tracy collins
[email protected]This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I would add more spices next time.
Barry Danger
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the manicotti are always delicious.
Sharon Harvey
[email protected]This recipe is a little time-consuming, but it's worth it. The manicotti are delicious and always a hit with my family.
Shakira
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. I love that I can make it ahead of time and then just bake it when I'm ready to serve.
Barbara Olivia
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I also like to add some chopped spinach or kale to the filling.
Ak Reya
[email protected]I love this recipe! The manicotti are always a hit with my family and friends.
Zach Norton
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making this again.
Ram Krishna mahato
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the manicotti turned out perfectly.
Lily Parrish
[email protected]This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The manicotti were delicious and my family loved them.
Marcia Robinson
[email protected]I'm not a great cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the manicotti turned out great! I will definitely be making this again.
Suliman Mutaz
[email protected]Delicious!
Naseem Tariq
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the manicotti turned out great! I will definitely be making this again.
Rakib Khan
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the manicotti turned out perfectly. The filling was flavorful and the cheese sauce was creamy and rich. I will definitely be making this again.
Khan Nisar sahab
[email protected]This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The manicotti were delicious and my family loved them. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.
MUHAMMAD TAYYAB HASSAN
[email protected]I love manicotti and this recipe did not disappoint. The manicotti shells were cooked perfectly and the filling was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Samatar Axmad
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the manicotti turned out great! I used a store-bought marinara sauce and it worked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Hamzy Hamza
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of manicotti, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken filling was moist and flavorful, and the cheese sauce was creamy and rich. I will definitely be making this again.
Mintolics
[email protected]This cheesy chicken manicotti recipe was a hit with my family! The manicotti shells were cooked perfectly and the filling was flavorful and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.