Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Stuffed Shells
These Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Stuffed Shells are filled with tender rotisserie chicken, cooked broccoli, creamy Alfredo sauce, and cheese—baked to perfection for a satisfying, crowd-pleasing meal the entire family will enjoy.
8 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 box jumbo pasta shells
- 2 cups cooked rotisserie chicken shredded
- 1 bag approximately 10–12 oz frozen broccoli, cooked and chopped
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 jar Alfredo sauce 15–16 oz
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
Cook the Pasta:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the jumbo pasta shells and cook until al dente, following the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to halt the cooking process. Set aside.
Prepare the Filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded rotisserie chicken, cooked and chopped broccoli, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Add 1 cup of the Alfredo sauce and mix thoroughly until well incorporated. Stir in the shredded mozzarella cheese.
Fill the Shells:
- Gently fill each cooked pasta shell with approximately 1 to 2 tablespoons of the chicken and broccoli mixture. Do not overfill, as this may cause the shells to split.
Assemble the Dish:
- Spread a thin layer of Alfredo sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Arrange the stuffed shells in the dish in a single layer. Pour the remaining Alfredo sauce evenly over the top of the shells. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
Bake:
- Cover the dish loosely with aluminum foil and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbling and the shells are heated through. Remove foil during the last 5 minutes of baking to allow the cheese to lightly brown, if desired.
Serve:
- Allow the dish to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm.
Notes
To prepare this dish gluten-free:
- Substitute the jumbo pasta shells with a certified gluten-free alternative. Several brands offer gluten-free shells or lasagna noodles that may be cut and rolled as a substitute.
- Verify all packaged ingredients, including the Alfredo sauce, grated cheese, and seasoning blends, to ensure they are certified gluten-free and free from cross-contamination.