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Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Stuffed Shells

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Tender jumbo pasta shells filled with shredded chicken, fresh broccoli, and creamy cheeses, baked in marinara sauce and topped with melted cheddar for a comforting, family-friendly dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 12 jumbo pasta shells
  • 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), cooked and shredded
  • 1 cup fresh broccoli florets, finely chopped
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. Cook pasta shells according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, chopped broccoli, cream cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix until fully blended.
  4. Stuff each cooked shell with the chicken and broccoli mixture.
  5. Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of the baking dish. Arrange the stuffed shells over the sauce.
  6. Pour the remaining 1/2 cup of marinara sauce over the top of the shells, then sprinkle evenly with shredded cheddar cheese.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  8. Uncover and bake an additional 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for quicker prep.
  • Substitute frozen, thawed broccoli if fresh is unavailable.
  • Can be assembled ahead and baked later.

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