Best Havarti Cheesy Chicken Shells Bake Recipes

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~ HAVARTI CHEESY CHICKEN & SHELLS BAKE ~



~ Havarti Cheesy Chicken & Shells Bake ~ image

My newest creation - I had a large chicken breast to use up and Havarti cheese. I always have pasta of all sort so, this is what I made. My kids absolutely loved it and both went back for seconds. I hope you try it sometime! Enjoy!

Provided by Cassie * @1lovetocook1x

Categories     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 16

8 ounce(s) small shells, cooked a little under al dente - drain
1 tablespoon(s) olive oil
1 tablespoon(s) butter
1 large chicken breast, cubed
4 - 6 slice(s) havarti cheese - each cut in half for easier placement
dry - italian bread crumbs
1/4 cup(s) shredded parmesan cheese
SAUCE
2 cup(s) milk
1/2 - 3/4 teaspoon(s) dried sage
1/2 - 3/4 teaspoon(s) salt
4 tablespoon(s) each - butter & flour
a few - grinds, fresh black pepper
pinch - nutmeg
1/4 cup(s) shredded parmesan cheese
1/2 cup(s) ricotta cheese

Steps:

  • Prepare pasta and drain. Rinse with cold water. Salt & pepper chicken. In a small skillet, over medium heat, melt butter into olive oil and brown chicken cubes. Set aside. Preheat oven to 350 degree F. Grease a 2 quart casserole dish.
  • In a saucepan, heat milk with sage. ( Just warm it. ) In a medium saucepan or skillet, melt butter over medium heat, whisk in the flour and cook for 1 1/2 minutes - stirring constantly.
  • Whisk in the milk slowly to the flour mixture stirring constantly. Cook until bubbly and begins to thicken. Stir in salt, pepper and nutmeg.
  • Stir in the sauce. Remove from heat and whisk in the ricotta cheese and Parmesan until smooth. Stir in the chicken and pasta.
  • Spread 1/3 of the pasta into prepared dish. Even lay 2 - 3 slices of Havarti cheese over pasta. Layer 2 more times ending with just the pasta on the 3rd layer.
  • Sprinkle with bread crumbs and evenly sprinkle with 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 25 - 30 minutes or until browning and bubbling good. Serve immediately. Salt and pepper of desired and I garnished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Enjoy!

CHEESY CHICKEN 'N' SHELLS



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When our friend served us this entree, I asked her for the recipe right away. It was so good, I thought I would share it with others. I cut the recipe down for a meal or two, but it can easily be doubled or tripled. -Jodee Harding, Mount Vernon, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 cups uncooked medium shell pasta
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup water
1-1/4 cups chicken broth
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1/2 cup diced process cheese (Velveeta)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken
3 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine the flour and water until smooth. Gradually stir in broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; add soup, cheese and seasonings. Cook and stir 5 minutes or until cheese is melted., Drain pasta; place in a bowl. Stir in soup mixture and chicken. Transfer to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Toss bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, 30 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 429 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 1304mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

DILL HAVARTI-STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS



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Boneless chicken breasts are stuffed with a creamy dill Havarti cheese and baked to mouth-watering tender perfection. It's a filling meal that's ready in just 30 minutes.

Provided by Inspired Taste

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
4 oz dill Havarti cheese, sliced
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 medium tomato, sliced
1/2 cup sliced English (seedless) cucumbers
2 teaspoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Lightly spray small shallow baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Cut a pocket in each chicken breast by making a horizontal slit along thin long edge, being careful to not cut through to opposite side. Place sliced cheese in pockets. Brush chicken with melted butter; sprinkle with Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Place in baking dish.
  • Bake uncovered 20 minutes or until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (at least 165°F).
  • On each of 2 plates, arrange tomato and cucumber slices. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place 1 chicken breast on each plate.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

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