Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Stuffed Shells

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Imagine a warm, bubbly dish that wraps you in comfort with each bite. That’s exactly what you get with Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Stuffed Shells. This recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, and its creamy, cheesy goodness is sure to become a family favorite.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This dish combines the best of comfort food – cheese, pasta, and a creamy sauce – with a nutritious twist from steamed broccoli. Here are just a few reasons why you’ll want to make this recipe again and again:

Quick and easy prep: Just 15 minutes before it goes in the oven

Ultra-cheesy: With cheddar cheese inside and on top, it’s irresistibly gooey

Nutritious touch: Steamed broccoli adds fiber, vitamins, and color

Great use for leftover chicken: A delicious way to repurpose cooked or rotisserie chicken

Family-friendly: Kids love it, adults devour it, and it makes enough for leftovers

Ingredients

12 jumbo pasta shells, cooked and drained

1½ cups cooked chicken, diced or shredded

1 cup steamed broccoli, chopped into small pieces

1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided

1 can cream of chicken soup

½ cup milk

Salt, pepper, and garlic powder, to taste

How to Make It

Cook the pasta shells according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.

Make the filling by combining cooked chicken, chopped broccoli, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Mix everything until evenly combined.

Stuff each cooked pasta shell with the chicken and broccoli mixture and place them in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.

Prepare the sauce by whisking together cream of chicken soup and milk. Pour the creamy mixture evenly over the stuffed shells.

Add more cheese by sprinkling the remaining ½ cup of cheddar cheese over the top of the dish.

Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the dish is heated through.

Serving Suggestions

Fresh green salad with a tangy vinaigrette

Garlic bread or soft dinner rolls

Roasted carrots or asparagus

Sparkling apple cider or a crisp white wine for adults

Variations and Substitutions

Swap the protein: Use cooked turkey or ground beef for a different flavor

Different cheeses: Try mixing in mozzarella, Monterey Jack, or Parmesan for extra depth

Boost the veggies: Add sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or peas to the filling

This recipe is a great way to get creative with leftovers and make a delicious, comforting meal that’s sure to please everyone.