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Chicken Alfredo Pasta Shells (Shellfredo)

Name: Chicken Alfredo Pasta Shells (Shellfredo)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 20 each jumbo pasta shells (Source: 20 jumbo pasta shells); 1 teaspoon garlic, minced (Source: 1 teaspoon garlic, minced); 2 each boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed (Source: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed); As Needed Salt (Source seasoning: Salt and pepper to taste); As Needed Black pepper (Source seasoning: Salt and pepper to taste); 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning (Source: 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning); 2 each eggs, beaten (Source: 2 eggs, beaten); 15 oz ricotta cheese (Source: 15 oz. ricotta cheese); 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded (Source: 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded); 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (Source: 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped); 2 cups Alfredo sauce (Source: 2 cups Alfredo sauce)

Chicken Alfredo Pasta Shells (Shellfredo) is made with jumbo pasta shells, Alfredo sauce, and garlic.

Prep: 5 min
Cook: 45 min
Total: 50 min
Original yield: Serves 8
Ingredients: 11 listed

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Estimating…

Main courseChickenPrep: 15 minutes or lessTotal: 31–60 minutes

Recipe categories & planning details

Meal type: Main course
Primary protein: Chicken
Preparation & total time: Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: 31–60 minutes

A few quick notes

1. Prepare the first additions

Set out the ingredients needed for the first cooking step.

2. Watch the broiling step

Follow the broiling stage and its stated finish check.

3. Prepare the finishing addition

Have the final topping or garnish ready for its specified step.

Get to know the ingredients

jumbo pasta shells

In the method: Cook the shells until al dente.

garlic, minced

In the method: Over medium high heat, saute garlic until fragrant

boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed

In the method: Add in cubed chicken, salt and pepper to taste, Italian seasoning and cook until browned and all the liquid has evaporated

The last little job

Finish as directed

Dish and serve hot

A few questions you might have

What should I prepare first?

Start with this step: Cook the shells until al dente.

Which preparation step should I plan for?

Set out the ingredients needed for the first cooking step.

What check should I look for as it cooks?

Broil at 450 degrees F for 2-3 minutes or until the mozzarella cheese has browned (optional)

How do I plan the ingredient amounts?

This version serves 8. Use the ingredient amounts listed for that yield. If you change the number of portions, check equipment and the full method as well as the shopping quantities.

Storage & reheating safety

For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.

These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures

Recipe source: thecookingjar.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.

Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.

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