Chicken- and Spinach-Stuffed Shells

Very Healthy
Health score
67%
Chicken- and Spinach-Stuffed Shells
70 min.
6
601kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Chicken- and Spinach-Stuffed Shells, a dish that perfectly balances flavor and nutrition. This recipe is not only very healthy, boasting a health score of 67, but it also promises to satisfy your cravings while keeping your meal plan on track. With a preparation time of just 70 minutes, you can easily whip up this delicious main course for a family lunch or a cozy dinner with friends.

Imagine large pasta shells generously filled with a creamy mixture of whole-milk ricotta, tender chicken, and vibrant spinach, all enveloped in a rich tomato sauce. Topped with a melty blend of Italian cheeses, each bite is a comforting embrace of flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds. This dish is versatile enough to serve as a side or a main course, making it a perfect addition to any meal.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding. Gather your loved ones around the table and enjoy the warmth and satisfaction that comes from sharing a homemade meal. Dive into the world of delicious stuffed shells and elevate your dining experience with this wholesome and hearty dish!

Ingredients

  • 18 large shells (from 16-oz package)
  • 15 oz ricotta cheese 
  • large eggs slightly beaten
  • 0.3 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • cups bay leaves frozen thawed
  • cup roasted chicken cooked chopped
  • 26 oz pasta sauce 
  • oz pizza cheese shredded italian

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Rinse with cool water; drain.
  2. Meanwhile, in medium bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, Parmesan cheese, spinach and chicken.
  3. Spread 1 cup of the pasta sauce in bottom of 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish. Spoon about 2 tablespoons ricotta mixture into each pasta shell. Arrange shells, filled sides up, on sauce in baking dish. Spoon remaining sauce over stuffed shells.
  4. Cover dish with foil; bake 30 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle with Italian cheese blend.
  6. Bake uncovered 5 to 10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories601kcal
Protein19.54%
Fat38.38%
Carbs42.08%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19
Glycemic Load
3.59
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
41.300000045611%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:600.53kcal
30.03%
Fat:29.16g
44.86%
Saturated Fat:10.58g
66.1%
Carbohydrates:71.94g
23.98%
Net Carbohydrates:49.26g
17.91%
Sugar:4.68g
5.2%
Cholesterol:95.83mg
31.94%
Sodium:834.22mg
36.27%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:33.42g
66.83%
Manganese:6.61mg
330.69%
Iron:35.85mg
199.14%
Vitamin A:5815.58IU
116.31%
Calcium:942.15mg
94.22%
Fiber:22.68g
90.72%
Vitamin B6:1.64mg
82.03%
Vitamin C:45.27mg
54.87%
Folate:167.39µg
41.85%
Vitamin B2:0.64mg
37.57%
Selenium:24.87µg
35.54%
Phosphorus:327.65mg
32.77%
Magnesium:129.81mg
32.45%
Zinc:4.7mg
31.3%
Potassium:935.75mg
26.74%
Copper:0.51mg
25.69%
Vitamin B3:4.77mg
23.86%
Vitamin E:1.96mg
13.06%
Vitamin B5:0.91mg
9.12%
Vitamin B12:0.44µg
7.32%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.49%
Vitamin K:4.32µg
4.11%
Vitamin D:0.33µg
2.19%