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Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Shells Recipe

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Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Shells combine tender jumbo pasta shells stuffed with a spicy buffalo chicken mixture, creamy cheeses, and tangy ranch dressing, baked to perfection with a melty mozzarella topping for a comforting and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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Pasta Shells

  • 12 jumbo pasta shells

Filling

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped

Topping

  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the stuffed shells.
  2. Cook Pasta Shells: Boil the jumbo pasta shells in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and let cool to handle easily.
  3. Prepare Filling: In a large bowl, combine shredded cooked chicken, buffalo sauce, ricotta cheese, softened cream cheese, garlic powder, ranch dressing, and chopped green onions. Mix thoroughly to create a creamy and spicy filling.
  4. Stuff Shells: Spoon the buffalo chicken mixture into each cooked pasta shell, filling them generously but carefully to avoid tearing.
  5. Arrange in Baking Dish: Place the stuffed shells in a single layer in a greased baking dish, ensuring they fit snugly but not overcrowded.
  6. Add Topping: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the stuffed shells to create a melty, golden crust when baked.
  7. Bake: Bake the shells in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the filling is heated through.
  8. Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with additional chopped green onions or a drizzle of extra buffalo sauce if desired.

Notes

  • You can substitute buffalo sauce with your preferred wing sauce for milder or spicier heat.
  • Cooked chicken can be from rotisserie, grilled, or leftover chicken for convenience.
  • For a creamier filling, add extra cream cheese or a splash of milk.
  • Serve with celery sticks and extra ranch or blue cheese dressing for an authentic buffalo wing experience.
  • To make ahead, prepare stuffed shells and refrigerate before baking; add extra baking time if cooking from cold.

Keywords: Buffalo chicken, stuffed shells, pasta bake, spicy chicken pasta, buffalo sauce recipe, comfort food, dinner recipe

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