Chicken and Spinach Stuffed Shells

Chicken and Spinach Stuffed Shells are a hearty and satisfying dish, perfect for a comforting meal. These gluten-free shells are filled with a creamy mixture of chicken, spinach, and ricotta, then baked to perfection in a rich tomato sauce.

Ingredients

• gluten-free jumbo pasta shells - 8 shells
• cooked chicken breast, shredded - 150 grams
• fresh spinach, chopped - 100 grams
• ricotta cheese - 150 grams
• mozzarella cheese, shredded - 100 grams
• Parmesan cheese, grated - 30 grams
• garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• tomato sauce - 200 grams
• dried oregano - 1/2 teaspoon
• fresh basil, chopped (for garnish) - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a large pot of boiling water, cook the gluten-free jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
5. In a bowl, mix together shredded chicken, cooked spinach, ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano until well combined.
6. Stuff each cooked shell with the chicken and spinach mixture and place them in a baking dish.
7. Spread tomato sauce evenly over the stuffed shells and sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
8. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
10. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 540
• Protein: 38 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 95 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken and cheese, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from spinach, promoting overall health.

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