Pizza Stuffed Shells Recipe

This cheesy, gooey Pizza Stuffed Shells recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, even for picky eaters! Jumbo pasta shells are brimming with a savory pepperoni and tomato mixture, then baked to perfection in a rich pizza sauce. Get ready for a family dinner that's both fun and delicious!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 528.8 kcal
Protein 44g
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Ingredients for Pizza Stuffed Shells

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How to Make Pizza Stuffed Shells

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook pasta shells according to package directions until al dente. Rinse with cold water and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add bell pepper and onion; sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened.
  4. Stir in pepperoni, crushed tomatoes, 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to slightly thicken.
  5. Remove from heat.
  6. Fill each pasta shell generously with the pepperoni mixture.
  7. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  8. Arrange filled shells in the prepared baking dish. Spoon any remaining pepperoni mixture between the shells.
  9. Pour pizza sauce evenly over the stuffed shells.
  10. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
  11. Bake for 30 minutes.
  12. Remove foil, sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese over the shells.
  13. Bake for another 5-10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  14. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

66 g

Sugar

20g

Fat

67g

Carbs

5g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pizza Stuffed Shells?

Pizza Stuffed Shells takes about 110 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 90 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pizza Stuffed Shells?

Pizza Stuffed Shells has approximately 528.8 calories per serving, with about 44 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 64 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pizza Stuffed Shells?

The key ingredients for Pizza Stuffed Shells are Jumbo Pasta Shells, Olive Oil, Green Bell Pepper, Onion, Pepperoni, Italian Plum Tomato. See the full list with measurements above.

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