Cheesy Chicken Manicotti Recipe
A comforting Cheesy Chicken Manicotti Recipe made with tender pasta, creamy chicken filling, rich marinara, and melted mozzarella. It is simple enough for busy evenings, yet still feels warm, hearty, and special on the table.
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Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 10 manicotti noodles cooked
- 8 oz ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup 4% milkfat cottage cheese
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 2 cups shredded chicken breast
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a food processor, combine the ricotta cheese, cottage cheese, dried basil, dried thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, and shredded chicken breast. Pulse 5 to 6 times, or until the mixture is evenly combined.
- Transfer the filling mixture to a mixing bowl and fold in the mozzarella cheese until well distributed.
- Spoon the filling into a large zip-top bag. Cut a small opening in one corner of the bag to create a piping bag.
- Pipe the filling into each cooked manicotti noodle and arrange the filled noodles in a large baking dish.
- Pour the marinara sauce evenly over the filled manicotti.
- Sprinkle additional mozzarella cheese over the top, if desired.
- Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the sauce is heated through and the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the oven and allow the dish to rest for several minutes before serving.
Notes
To make this Cheesy Chicken Manicotti Recipe gluten free, use certified gluten-free manicotti pasta if available. If gluten-free manicotti is difficult to find, gluten-free jumbo pasta shells can be used as an alternative. Also make sure the marinara sauce, seasonings, and shredded chicken are all labeled gluten free, since hidden gluten can sometimes show up in packaged ingredients. Use clean utensils and cookware if you are cooking for someone with celiac disease or a strong gluten sensitivity to avoid cross-contact.