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Nicole Grace

Creamy Chicken Manicotti Alfredo: A Delicious Dream Dish!

Creamy Chicken Manicotti Alfredo is a delicious pasta dish filled with a creamy chicken and cheese mixture, topped with Alfredo sauce and baked to perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 manicotti shells
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups Alfredo sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. Cook the manicotti shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella cheese, half of the Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  4. Stuff each manicotti shell with the chicken and cheese mixture.
  5. Spread 1 cup of Alfredo sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  6. Arrange the stuffed manicotti on top of the sauce.
  7. Pour the remaining Alfredo sauce over the manicotti, ensuring they are well covered.
  8. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
  9. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  10. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  11. Let the dish cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute low-fat ricotta and mozzarella cheeses.
  • Add steamed spinach or sautéed mushrooms to the filling for extra flavor and nutrition.

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