Jumbo Shells With Meat and Spinach Filling Recipe

Name: Jumbo Shells With Meat and Spinach Filling
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 18 jumbo shells; 2 cups cooked cubed chicken breasts (see recipe), or use 2 cups cooked pork or stewed beef; 1/2 pound spinach, picked over to remove any tough stems, rinsed and drained; 8 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; Salt to taste, if desired; Freshly ground pepper to taste; 1 teaspoon finely minced garlic; 2 eggs, lightly beaten; 6 tablespoons heavy cream; 4 cups Bolognese sauce or cooked meat and tomato sauce (see recipe)

Servings: persons

18 jumbo shells
2 cups cooked cubed chicken breasts (see recipe), or use 2 cups cooked pork or stewed beef
1/2 pound spinach, picked over to remove any tough stems, rinsed and drained
8 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Salt to taste, if desired
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1 teaspoon finely minced garlic
2 eggs, lightly beaten
6 tablespoons heavy cream
4 cups Bolognese sauce or cooked meat and tomato sauce (see recipe)

1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
2
Drop the jumbo shells into boiling water and cook about 10 minutes or until tender but not overcooked.
3
Drain.
4
Grind the chicken and set it aside.
5
Drop the spinach into a little boiling water and cook, stirring, until wilted.
6
Drain well.
7
Let cool.
8
Chop the spinach.
9
There should be about half a cup.
10
Add the spinach to the ground chicken.
11
Add six tablespoons of the grated cheese, the nutmeg, salt, pepper, garlic, eggs and cream.
12
Blend well.
13
Spoon a layer of sauce over the bottom of a casserole large enough to hold the stuffed shells in one layer.
14
Fill each shell with an equal portion of the chicken mixture.
15
Arrange the shells stuffed side up in a casserole.
16
Spoon the remaining sauce over the shells.
17
Sprinkle with the remaining two tablepsoons of grated cheese.
18
Bake 25 minutes.

535

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 18 jumbo shells, 2 cups cooked cubed chicken breasts (see recipe), or use 2 cups cooked pork or stewed beef, 1/2 pound spinach, picked over to remove any tough stems, rinsed and drained, 8 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and more.

Yes, Jumbo Shells With Meat and Spinach Filling falls under the Vegetarian 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Jumbo Shells With Meat and Spinach Filling

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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