Chicken Manicotti Alfredo
Chicken Manicotti Alfredo is a comforting and indulgent dish that combines tender manicotti pasta with juicy chicken, creamy Alfredo sauce, and melty cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this recipe is sure to be a hit with family and friends. With its rich flavors and inviting aroma, every bite transports you to culinary bliss.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 manicotti pasta tubes
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 1 lb)
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups fresh spinach (roughly chopped)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown, about 6-8 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and spinach; sauté until fragrant and spinach wilts.
- In a bowl, combine the chicken mixture with ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Fill each manicotti tube generously with the filling using a spoon or piping bag.
- Spread Alfredo sauce on the bottom of the baking dish; place filled manicotti on top and pour remaining sauce over them.
- Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 filled manicotti tube (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 72mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute chicken with cooked spinach or mushrooms for a vegetarian option. To prevent sticking, lightly coat cooked manicotti shells with olive oil before filling.