Oamc Cheese Chicken Shells

Transform your weeknight dinners with these irresistible Oamc Cheese Chicken Shells—an easy, freezer-friendly dish that's as comforting as it is delicious. Jumbo pasta shells are stuffed with a creamy, flavorful mixture of shredded chicken, ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan, enhanced with aromatic Italian seasoning and garlic. Smothered in rich marinara sauce and topped with gooey melted mozzarella, this baked pasta creation is a guaranteed family favorite. Perfect for meal prepping or feeding a crowd, these stuffed shells can be assembled ahead of time and even frozen for up to three months, making them an ideal option for one-dish dinners or large gatherings. Serve piping hot with a crisp green salad and garlic bread for a complete, satisfying meal that everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 24 shells Jumbo pasta shells
• 3 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded
• 1.5 cups Ricotta cheese
• 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 3 cups Marinara sauce
• 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)
• 1 bottle Cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cook the jumbo pasta shells in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, ricotta cheese, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until thoroughly combined.

Step 4

Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce evenly across the bottom of the dish.

Step 5

Carefully fill each cooked shell with about 2 tablespoons of the chicken and cheese mixture. Arrange the stuffed shells in the prepared baking dish, seam side up.

Step 6

Pour the remaining 2 cups of marinara sauce evenly over the stuffed shells. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese on top.

Step 7

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese on top is melted and bubbly.

Step 8

Let the dish rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Serve hot and enjoy!

Step 9

To freeze for OAMC: After assembling the stuffed shells in the baking dish and covering them with marinara sauce, wrap the dish tightly with plastic wrap and then with aluminum foil. Freeze for up to 3 months. When ready to bake, thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then bake as directed.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2495.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5084.8

Total Fat 345.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 72.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 1254.3mg	0%
Sodium 5256.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 93.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.2g	0%
Total Sugars 21.2g
Protein 355.5g	0%

Vitamin D 62.1IU	0%
Calcium 3769.1mg	0%
Iron 13.7mg	0%
Potassium 2440.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.4%

Protein: 29.0%

Carbs: 7.6%