Description
Cajun Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells are a creamy, flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with zesty Cajun spices, all enveloped in large pasta shells. Baked to perfection and drizzled with rich Alfredo sauce, this meal offers a delightful blend of comfort and excitement. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, these stuffed shells promise to impress with their vibrant colors and irresistible taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large pasta shells
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cook pasta shells in salted boiling water until al dente, drain, and set aside.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with Cajun seasoning and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side. Shred the chicken once rested.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and chicken broth; stir well. Mix in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Combine shredded chicken and spinach into the Alfredo sauce until evenly coated.
- Stuff each shell with the chicken mixture and arrange in the baking dish. Pour remaining sauce over stuffed shells, cover with foil, and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil for the last five minutes for a bubbly finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed shell (152g)
- Calories: 388
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 622mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in Cajun seasoning for at least 30 minutes before cooking. - Customize by adding vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; add a splash of broth when reheating to maintain creaminess.