Description
Creamy Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Shells are a delightful fusion of flavors that will elevate your weeknight dinners or special gatherings. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this comforting dish filled with tender chicken, zesty buffalo sauce, and a melty blend of cheeses. Each jumbo shell is generously stuffed to create a hearty meal that pleases both adults and kids alike. Perfect for customizing with your favorite veggies or cheeses, this recipe is versatile and easy to prepare. Enjoy a warm plate of these creamy stuffed shells paired with a fresh salad or garlic bread for a complete dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 2 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 4 ounce cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until they are al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, cream cheese, and garlic powder; mix until creamy.
- Gently fold in ranch dressing for added flavor.
- Stuff each shell with the buffalo chicken mixture and place them in a greased baking dish.
- Cover with foil and bake for about 25 minutes or until heated through and bubbly.
- Garnish with extra cheese or chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg