Meals Matter

Cheesy Chicken Shells

Contributed By: kikiklop
WW 9 points

POINTS® Value: 9 Servings: 4 Preparation Time: 20 min Cooking Time: 30 min Level of Difficulty: Easy Enjoy this rich, classic favorite with fewer calories. Trim the cooking time by using a pre-cooked chicken, available at your deli counter.

Ingredients

12 Shells uncooked jumbo shells

1 1/2 cup Canned tomato sauce

2 Medium egg white(s), lightly beaten

1 3/4 cup Part-skim ricotta cheese

4 oz Chicken breast, cooked, skinless, diced

3/4 cup Chopped frozen spinach, thawed and drained of excess water

1 tsp Garlic powder

1 tbsp Ground oregano, or other Italian seasoning

3/4 cup Part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded

1/3 cup Grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350ºF.

Cook manicotti shells in boiling water according to the package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to prevent them from cooking further. Set aside.

Coat a 9 x 13-inch pan with cooking spray. Spread 1/2 cup of sauce evenly over bottom of pan and set aside.

For filling, in a large bowl, stir together egg whites, ricotta cheese, chicken, spinach, garlic powder and seasoning. Stir in 1/4 cup each of mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese.

To assemble, spoon cheese mixture into manicotti shells and place filled shells in a single layer in baking dish. Spread remaining sauce on top. Sprinkle with remaining cheeses and bake about 30 minutes. Yields 3 shells per serving.

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Chicken & Turkey
Rice, Pasta & Bread
Vegetables
Sauces
Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: 4
Meal Type: Entree