Ingredients
1 lb. jumbo pasta shells
2 c. Shredded chicken
1 c. ricotta
3/4 c. shredded mozzarella
3/4 c. grated Parmesan
1/4 c. freshly chopped parsley, plus more for garnish
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
4 tbsp. butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 oz. cream cheese, softened
2 c. milk
Preparation
Step 1Preheat oven to 350º. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook jumbo pasta shells according to package directions until al dente. Drain and return to pot.Step 2In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, ricotta, 1/2 cup mozzarella, 1/2 cup Parmesan, and parsley and season with salt and pepper.Step 3Make sauce: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 2 minutes, then add cream cheese and whisk until completely combined. Stir in milk, remaining mozzarella and Parmesan, and bring to a simmer. Season with more salt and pepper. Let thicken over low heat, 3 to 5 minutes.Step 4In a baking dish, spread a layer of sauce. Stuff shells with chicken-ricotta mixture and place in baking dish. Spoon more sauce all over shells. Step 5Bake until warmed through and bubbly, 15 minutes.Step 6Garnish with parsley and serve.
