Stuffed Chicken Scampi Shells (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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2 lbs chicken tenders, diced
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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12 oz jumbo pasta shells
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3 cups shredded cheese (monterey jack, cheddar, mozzarella), divided
→ Chicken Seasoning
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2 teaspoons paprika
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1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon oregano
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Scampi Sauce
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6 tablespoons softened butter, divided
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5 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
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1 cup dry white wine
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2/3 cup chicken stock
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1/3 cup pasta water
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1 lemon, zest and juice
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2/3 cup heavy cream
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1/3 cup parmesan
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2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
# Instructions:
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Mix chicken seasoning (reserve 1 tsp). Coat diced chicken with oil and seasoning. Cook in olive oil until internal temp reaches 165°F.
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Sauté garlic in butter. Add wine and reduce. Add remaining ingredients to make sauce. Simmer until thickened. Meanwhile, cook pasta shells to al dente.
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Mix cooked chicken with half the shredded cheese.
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Spread sauce in baking dish. Fill shells with chicken mixture, arrange in dish. Pour remaining sauce over shells.
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Top with remaining cheese and bake at 375°F for 15-20 minutes until bubbly.
# Notes:
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Can use different cheese combinations
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Use wine good enough to drink
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Reserve pasta water for sauce