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Creamy Cajun Chicken Stuffed Shells Recipe

Creamy Cajun Chicken Stuffed Shells made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 16 large jumbo pasta shells
  • 1 lb chicken breast cooked and shredded
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup Cajun seasoning
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1/2 cup green onions chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Method
 

  1. Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions.
  2. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, Cajun seasoning, diced tomatoes, and green onions.
  4. Stuff each cooked pasta shell with the chicken mixture.
  5. In a saucepan, combine heavy cream and any remaining Cajun seasoning, heating gently.
  6. Pour the cream mixture into a baking dish and arrange the stuffed shells on top.
  7. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  9. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.