LIGHT STUFFED PASTA SHELLS

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These pasta shells are big on flavor and low in calories and fat. This recipe originally comes from the food section of the Houston Chronicle.Feel free to add any additional seasonings. I'll add some basil, oregano, and rosemary instead of the thyme sometimes to change it up.

Provided by Leslie in Texas

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

12 large pasta shells (4 ounces)
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/2 cup bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon instant chicken bouillon granules
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
1 garlic clove, minced
3 tablespoons water
1 (16 ounce) can of petite diced tomatoes
3 ounces tomato paste
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
1 1/2 cups boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked and diced
1 (4 ounce) can mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta shells according to package directions; rinse and drain well.
  • Meanwhile in a medium saucepan combine the onion,pepper,bouillon granules, and water; bring to a boil, cover and reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes or until the onion is tender.
  • Stir in undrained tomatoes and tomato paste; simmer for 10 minutes and remove from heat.
  • Set aside 1/3 cup of the tomato mixture for the filling.
  • For the chicken filling, mix the chicken,mushrooms,paprika, and pepper.
  • Add the reserved tomato sauce and mix well.
  • Spray a 12X71/2X2 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Stuff the pasta shells with chicken filling, using about 2 1/2 tablespoons filling per shell.
  • Place filled pasta in dish; pour remaining tomato mixture on top.
  • Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through.
  • Sprinkle parmesan cheese on top and continue baking for 5 minutes more.
  • Remove from oven and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.7, Fat 1.4, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 2.4, Sodium 787, Carbohydrate 15.5, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 8.5, Protein 4.8

Traneah Parker
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I'm going to try making this recipe with a few substitutions.


Imran Baloch
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I'm allergic to one of the ingredients in this recipe.


Yas Sadeghi
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This recipe seems a bit too complicated for me.


Rm Rahat
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I'm not sure if I have all the ingredients for this recipe.


Silos Silos
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I'm going to make this recipe for my next dinner party.


ambur
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This recipe looks delicious!


Hutt 65ey
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Rakin khan
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This recipe is a keeper.


Sparrow Sitongia
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe!


oabile damba
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I'll definitely be making this recipe again soon.


David Bolton
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my shells turned out mushy.


cozy coconut
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This recipe is going into my regular rotation.


Madam Janet Ali
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I would definitely make this recipe again.


Jennifer Haggerty
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I followed the recipe exactly and the shells turned out perfectly!


Thobeka Ngcobo
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These pasta shells were a bit too bland for my taste.


Leon Blusher
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I'm not a big fan of stuffed pasta shells, but these were really good! The filling was light and fluffy, and the shells were cooked just right.


Shivalni Singh
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Ariful Islam Nirob
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My family devoured these stuffed pasta shells! The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the shells were cooked to perfection.