Stuffed Shells Recipe

Indulge in these unbelievably delicious stuffed shells without the guilt! This low-fat recipe is bursting with flavor and will become a family favorite. Creamy cheese filling, savory chicken, and rich tomato sauce combine for a satisfying and healthy meal that's surprisingly light. Get ready to impress your loved ones with this easy-to-make culinary masterpiece!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 125.6 kcal
Protein 34g
Rating 2.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Stuffed Shells

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How to Make Stuffed Shells

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Lightly grease a 13x9 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  3. Cook jumbo pasta shells according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 large egg whites, 1 ½ cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese, and 1 ½ cups cooked and shredded chicken breast.
  5. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
  6. Gently fill each cooked shell with the cheese and chicken mixture.
  7. Arrange the stuffed shells in the prepared baking dish.
  8. Pour 2 cups of your favorite spaghetti sauce evenly over the shells.
  9. Sprinkle ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese over the sauce.
  10. Bake, covered with foil, for 15 minutes.
  11. Remove foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese is melted and lightly browned.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

13g

Carbs

0g