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Creamy Buffalo Chiken 30 Minutes Easy Delicious Recipe

Stuffed Shells 30 Minutes Easy Delicious Recipe
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Creamy Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Shells is a quick and flavorful dish that combines tender shredded chicken, spicy buffalo sauce, and a blend of creamy cheeses stuffed inside jumbo pasta shells. Baked to perfection with a hint of garlic and balanced ranch dressing, this recipe is perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Shells and Chicken

  • 12 jumbo pasta shells
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded

Cheese and Sauce Mixture

  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing

Garnish

  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • Extra shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to warm up while you prepare the shells and filling.
  2. Cook the jumbo pasta shells: Boil the shells following the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
  3. Mix the filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, softened cream cheese, and garlic powder. Stir until the mixture is creamy and well blended.
  4. Add ranch dressing: Fold in the ranch dressing carefully to balance out the spicy heat from the buffalo sauce, creating a smooth and flavorful filling.
  5. Stuff the shells: Gently fill each cooked pasta shell with the creamy buffalo chicken mixture, making sure they are generously filled but not overstuffed.
  6. Arrange and bake: Place the stuffed shells in a greased baking dish without crowding them. Cover the dish with aluminum foil to retain moisture.
  7. Bake the dish: Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the filling is heated through and the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
  8. Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven and sprinkle extra shredded mozzarella cheese and chopped green onions on top for added flavor and color before serving warm.

Notes

  • The jumbo pasta shells should be cooked al dente to avoid becoming mushy after baking.
  • Use cooked chicken from a rotisserie or leftover chicken breast for convenience.
  • Buffalo sauce heat levels can be adjusted according to taste preference.
  • Ranch dressing helps mellow out the spice and adds creaminess; choose your favorite brand or homemade version.
  • This dish can be prepped ahead and baked just before serving for convenience.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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