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Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Shells

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Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Shells are a cheesy, spicy, and comforting twist on classic stuffed shells, featuring shredded chicken, cream cheese, mozzarella, and tangy Buffalo sauce. This easy weeknight dinner is perfect for game nights, potlucks, or any time you crave bold flavors with minimal fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 20–24 jumbo pasta shells (about 7 oz or 200g)
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (about 10 oz or 260g, rotisserie or leftover)
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup Buffalo wing sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot)
  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing (or blue cheese dressing)
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Blue cheese crumbles (optional, for topping)
  • Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add jumbo pasta shells and cook for 1-2 minutes less than package directions (about 8-9 minutes) until al dente. Drain and lay shells open-side down on a baking sheet to cool.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup mozzarella, Buffalo wing sauce, ranch dressing, garlic powder, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix until creamy and well combined.
  4. Use a spoon or small scoop to fill each shell with about 1 heaping tablespoon of filling. Arrange stuffed shells, open side up, in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
  5. Sprinkle remaining mozzarella over the shells and drizzle with extra Buffalo sauce if desired. Cover loosely with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  6. Remove foil and bake another 10 minutes, until cheese is melted and edges are lightly golden.
  7. Let shells cool for 5 minutes. Top with sliced green onions, parsley, and blue cheese crumbles if desired before serving.

Notes

For gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta shells. For dairy-free, substitute vegan cream cheese and cheese. You can add finely diced celery or carrots to the filling for extra crunch. Don’t overstuff the shells, and let them cool before handling to avoid tearing. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days or can be frozen for up to 2 months.

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