Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the manicotti shells for 6–8 minutes until al dente. Drain and cool.
- In a skillet, cook diced chicken over medium heat for 5–7 minutes until no longer pink, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Combine cooked chicken, ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Fill each manicotti shell with the chicken and cheese mixture.
- In a saucepan, melt butter, add garlic, and sauté. Whisk in heavy cream and thicken, then mix in remaining Parmesan.
- Spread a thin layer of Alfredo sauce in the baking dish and arrange the filled shells. Pour the remaining sauce over the shells.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes until golden.
- Let sit for 5 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.
Nutrition
Notes
This dish can be made ahead and is freezer-friendly. Adjust baking times if prepared in advance.
