For extra flavor, sauté a minced clove of garlic with the chicken. Ensure the spinach is thoroughly drained to prevent a watery sauce. If the manicotti shells are difficult to stuff, try using a piping bag or a small spoon. For a richer flavor, use whole milk or half-and-half instead of milk. You can substitute ricotta cheese for cottage cheese if preferred. To prevent the cheese from browning too quickly, you can add it during the last 5 minutes of baking.
Shortcut Chicken Manicotti
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 15 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 30 mins
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SERVING5 People
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VIEWS150
A streamlined take on classic manicotti, featuring uncooked noodles for ease and convenience, filled with a savory chicken and spinach mixture, all bathed in a creamy, comforting sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate37 g
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Cholesterol124 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein33 g
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Saturated Fat14 g
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Sodium826 mg
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Sugar5 g
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Fat26 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View 10 mins In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook chicken until opaque and juices run clear. Set aside to cool slightly. (8-10 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 5 mins In a medium bowl, combine the cooked chicken, beaten egg, well-drained spinach, cottage cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Mix thoroughly. (5 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View 18 mins Carefully stuff the uncooked manicotti shells with the chicken mixture. A small spoon or piping bag can be helpful for this. Arrange the stuffed shells in a 9x13 inch baking dish, making sure they don't touch each other. (15-20 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View 3 mins In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the condensed cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, and Italian seasoning until smooth. (3 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Pour the soup mixture evenly over the stuffed shells in the baking dish, ensuring they are completely covered. (2 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View 1 mins Carefully pour the boiling water around the edges of the dish. This helps to cook the pasta evenly. (1 minute)
08 Step
Recipe View 1 mins Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil. (1 minute)
09 Step
Recipe View 1 hrs Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until the pasta is tender. (60 minutes)
10 Step
Recipe View 10 mins Remove the foil. Sprinkle the top with shredded Cheddar cheese and return to the oven, uncovered, for another 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. (10 minutes)
11 Step
Recipe View 10 mins Garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to thicken slightly. (10 minutes)
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Yazmin Beer
Oct 25, 2024I found that 60 minutes was a bit too long for my oven, and the pasta was a little overcooked. Next time, I'll check it after 50 minutes.
Sydnie Labadie
Oct 3, 2024I was skeptical about using uncooked manicotti shells, but it worked perfectly! The sauce was creamy and flavorful.
German Vonruedengleichner
Jul 17, 2024I didn't have cream of chicken soup, so I used cream of mushroom instead, and it was still delicious!
Chet Bayer
Jun 22, 2024This recipe was so easy and delicious! My family loved it, and it's become a regular in our dinner rotation.
Dianna Roob
May 25, 2024This is a great recipe to make ahead of time. I assembled it the night before and baked it the next day.
Tyreek Batzwolf
Jan 18, 2024I added some sautéed mushrooms to the chicken mixture, and it was a great addition!