Description
Indulge in these mouthwatering Chicken Bacon Ranch Stuffed Shells—a perfect blend of creamy, cheesy goodness paired with tender chicken and crispy bacon. This dish is not only a crowd-pleaser but also easy to prepare, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz jumbo pasta shells
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix the shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, 1 cup mozzarella, cheddar cheese, ranch dressing, sour cream, cream cheese, and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stuff each shell with the chicken mixture, then place them in the baking dish.
- Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese over the shells.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving if desired.
Notes
- You can prepare this dish ahead of time and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking.
- For a different flavor profile, try adding a bit of chopped jalapeño to the filling for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: Chicken Bacon Ranch Stuffed Shells, easy dinner, pasta recipes