Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells with Bacon and Mozzarella
These comforting chicken Alfredo stuffed shells are filled with creamy sauce, tender shredded chicken, crispy bacon, and gooey mozzarella. Baked until golden and bubbling, they make a hearty, indulgent meal perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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- 15 oz Alfredo sauce (for filling)
- 1 1/2 tbsp fresh chopped parsley (1 tbsp for filling, 1/2 tbsp for garnish)
- 1 tbsp ranch dressing mix
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 3 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast (about 3 medium chicken breasts)
- 12 oz bacon, cooked and crumbled (3/4 cup total: 1/2 cup for filling, 1/4 cup for topping)
- 3 cups freshly grated mozzarella cheese (divided: 1 1/2 cups for filling, 1 1/2 cups for topping)
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (divided: 1/4 cup for filling, 1/4 cup for topping)
- 8 oz jumbo pasta shells, cooked al dente and drained (about 4 1/2 cups)
- 22 oz Alfredo sauce (for pouring over the shells)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 15 oz Alfredo sauce, 1 tbsp chopped parsley, ranch dressing mix, and black pepper.
- Stir in shredded chicken, ½ cup crumbled bacon, 1½ cups mozzarella, and ¼ cup parmesan cheese. Mix until well combined.
- Fill each cooked jumbo pasta shell with 1½ to 2 tablespoons of the chicken filling.
- Arrange the stuffed shells in the prepared baking dish in a single layer.
- Pour 22 oz Alfredo sauce evenly over the shells.
- Top with remaining 1½ cups mozzarella, ¼ cup parmesan, and ¼ cup crumbled bacon.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove foil and broil for 3–4 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Garnish with the remaining ½ tbsp parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken to save prep time.
- Substitute ranch mix with Italian seasoning if desired.
- Ensure shells are cooked al dente to avoid tearing when stuffing.
- Dish can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 115mg