Jumbo Pasta Shells Stuffed with Chicken and Cheese
Jumbo Pasta Shells Stuffed with Chicken and Cheese features tender shells filled with a hearty mix of chicken, onion, herbs, and breadcrumbs, all melded with gooey mozzarella and Cheddar. Baked beneath a rich tomato sauce until bubbly and lightly golden, it’s comforting and hearty—perfect for a cozy family dinner or a make-ahead meal for guests.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook45 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Jumbo Pasta Shells Stuffed with Chicken and Cheese, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 51 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 12 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 57 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 19
- Heart Health
- 64
- Metabolic
- 37
- Digestive
- 32
- Inflammatory
- 56
- Performance
- 37
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until slightly firm; drain. Separate the shells and let them stand on waxed paper or foil so they do not touch.
- 2
In a large skillet over medium heat, combine the chicken, onion, egg, and bread crumbs. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink. Season with oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Stir in three-quarters of the shredded mozzarella and cheddar; cook until the cheeses melt.
- 3
Fill the shells with the chicken mixture using a tablespoon, and place them in a 9 x 13 baking dish. Cover the shells with the tomato sauce and top with the reserved cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes, or until lightly browned and bubbly.
- Calories 795.66 kcal High 40%
- Protein 66.58 g Good Source 133%
- Carbohydrate 75.25 g 27%
- Total Fat 26.54 g High 34%
- Saturated Fat 12.08 g High 60%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 194.33 mg High 65%
- Sodium 1159.91 mg High 50%
- Dietary Fiber 4.98 g Moderate 18%
- Total Sugars 8.06 g --
- Added Sugars 0.71 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 525.65 mg Good Source 40%
- Iron 5.21 mg Good Source 29%
- Potassium 469.88 mg Moderate 10%
- Vitamin A 162.06 mcg Moderate 18%
- Vitamin C 7.44 mg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin D 0.38 mcg Low Source 2%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Eggs 🥚
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Jumbo Pasta Shells Stuffed with Chicken and Cheese is made with 11 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 1 hr 15 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Bread Crumbs, Chicken Breast, Dried Basil, and Dried Oregano. Each serving provides about 795.66 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Jumbo Pasta Shells Stuffed with Chicken and Cheese made of?
- The main ingredients are Bread Crumbs, Chicken Breast, Dried Basil, Dried Oregano, Eggs. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Jumbo Pasta Shells Stuffed with Chicken and Cheese?
- About 1 hr 15 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 45 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 795.66 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Jumbo Pasta Shells Stuffed with Chicken and Cheese easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 11 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Jumbo Pasta Shells Stuffed with Chicken and Cheese healthy?
- Jumbo Pasta Shells Stuffed with Chicken and Cheese has an easyChef Pro health score of 42/100. Per serving, it provides 795.66 calories and 66.58 g of protein, or 133% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium and iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1159.91 mg (50% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 12.08 g (60% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Tomatoes and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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