Chicken Manicotti With White Sauce Recipe

Name: Chicken Manicotti With White Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1 cup sour cream; 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 4 cups cubed cooked chicken; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 1 can (8 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained; 1 tablespoon butter; 14 manicotti shells, cooked and drained; 6 tablespoons butter; 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 3-1/2 cups 2% milk; 3 cups shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese; 4 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese, divided

Servings: persons

6 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 can (8 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 tablespoon butter
14 manicotti shells, cooked and drained
6 tablespoons butter
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
3-1/2 cups 2% milk
3 cups shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
4 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese, divided

1
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Beat in the sour cream, parsley, salt and pepper until blended. Stir in chicken. In a small skillet, cook onion and mushrooms in butter until tender; add to chicken mixture. Stuff into manicotti shells.
2
In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour and salt until smooth. Gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in 2-1/2 cups Monterey Jack cheese and 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese just until melted.
3
Spread about 1/2 cup cheese sauce in each of 2 greased 11x7-in. dishes. Top with stuffed shells and remaining sauce.
4
Cover and bake at 350u00b0 for 25 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheeses. Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until bubbly and cheese is melted.

1401

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

114

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 ounces cream cheese, softened, 1 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Chicken Manicotti With White Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chicken Manicotti With White Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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