Description
Indulge in the comfort of Jumbo Stuffed Chicken Scampi Shells, a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, creamy cheese, and a rich garlicky sauce. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a cozy family dinner or an elegant gathering—these cheesy pasta shells will impress your guests with their exquisite flavors. The unique lemon-apple vinegar butter sauce elevates this dish to new heights, making it a comforting favorite at your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs diced chicken tenders
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 5 cloves minced garlic
- 1 cup dry white apple vinegar
- 2/3 cup heavy cream
- Jumbo pasta shells
- Shredded cheese (Monterey Jack, cheddar, mozzarella)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the chicken with olive oil and spices in a skillet until fully cooked.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic in butter, add vinegar, and other sauce ingredients, simmering until thickened.
- Mix cooked chicken with half the cheese and stuff into cooked pasta shells.
- Spread some sauce in a baking dish, arrange stuffed shells, and pour remaining sauce on top.
- Top with cheese and bake at 375°F for 15-20 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed shell (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, mix in vegetables like spinach or mushrooms into the chicken filling. Use high-quality cheese for better melting and flavor. This recipe can be assembled ahead of time; refrigerate or freeze before baking.