Super Chicken Manicotti

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Super Chicken Manicotti recipe—a hearty Italian-inspired dish bursting with flavor! Tender manicotti shells are generously stuffed with a creamy, savory blend of shredded chicken, ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, accented with garlic and fresh parsley for a delectable filling. Covered in a rich marinara sauce and topped with golden, bubbly cheese, this baked pasta masterpiece is as satisfying as it is impressive. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this dish combines easy preparation with restaurant-quality results in just over an hour. Serve warm and let this chicken manicotti delight become a new favorite. Keywords: chicken manicotti recipe, stuffed pasta, baked manicotti, Italian comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 14 pieces Manicotti shells
• 1.5 pounds Chicken breasts
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves
• 15 ounces Ricotta cheese
• 2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 large Egg
• 3 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 32 ounces Marinara sauce
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cook the manicotti shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and carefully lay them out to prevent sticking.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 7-8 minutes on each side, until fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and let rest for 5 minutes, then shred or finely chop the chicken.

Step 4

In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until aromatic, about 1 minute. Combine it with the cooked chicken.

Step 5

In a large bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, 2 tablespoons of parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to form the filling.

Step 6

Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce evenly over the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 7

Using a spoon or piping bag, carefully fill each manicotti shell with the chicken and cheese mixture. Place the filled shells in the baking dish in a single layer.

Step 8

Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the top of the manicotti shells, making sure to cover them completely.

Step 9

Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.

Step 10

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 11

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with the remaining parsley before serving.

Step 13

Serve warm and enjoy your Super Chicken Manicotti!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1893.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2309.6

Total Fat 108.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 954.7mg	0%
Sodium 3145.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 38.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.6g	0%
Total Sugars 22.4g
Protein 271.1g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 1787.3mg	0%
Iron 9.2mg	0%
Potassium 336.0mg	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: 44.1%

Protein: 49.0%

Carbs: 6.9%