CHICKEN AND BASIL STUFFED SHELLS

Chicken and Basil Stuffed Shells image

Provided by HelenG

Time 40m

Yield 3 shells per serving, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

20 jumbo pasta shells
1 lb cooked chicken, cubed (about 3 boneless skinless breasts)
15 ounces ricotta cheese
2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded (divided)
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, shredded (divided)
1 medium onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 bunch basil, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
2 teaspoons italian seasoning
1 (32 ounce) jar marinara sauce

Steps:

Season chicken w/ salt and pepper and drizzle w/ a little olive oil. Broil at 375°F for about a half an hour.
Meanwhile boil shells per package instructions. Drain and place on wax paper.
Sauté onion about 5 minutes, add garlic and saute 2 minutes more. cube chicken. divide cheese and mix all ingredients together, except marinara.
Stuff shells.
Place in 11 x 13 casserole dish.
Pour marinara over shells. Top with remaining cheeses.
Serve with a caeser salad and garlic bread!
YUM!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 536, Fat 29.3, SaturatedFat 14.4, Cholesterol 131.2, Sodium 1282.7, Carbohydrate 24.5, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 16.3, Protein 42.2