Chicken Stuffed Manicotti or Jumbo Shells With Chive-Cream Sauce

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   Cook manicotti or shells according to package directions.

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   Drain shells; rinse with cold water.

3. 3

   Drain again.

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   Meanwhile, for sauce, in a small heavy saucepan melt cream cheese over medium-low heat, stirring constantly.

5. 5

   Slowly add milk, stirring until smooth.

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   Stir in Romano or Parmesan cheese.

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   Remove from heat.

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   For filling, in a medium bowl stir together 3/4 cup of the sauce, chicken, broccoli, roasted red peppers and black pepper.

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   Using a small spoon, carefully fill each shell with about 1/3 cup of the filling.

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    Arrange the filled shells in a 3-quart rectangular baking dish.

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    Pour the remaining sauce over the shells.

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    Sprinkle with paprika.

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    Cover with foil.

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    Bake in a 350^ oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until heated through.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.