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Seafood Stuffed Shells

Seafood Stuffed Shells

Delicious jumbo pasta shells filled with a creamy seafood mixture and topped with marinara sauce.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • large pot
  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • baking dish
  • Aluminum foil

Ingredients
  

  • 20 jumbo shells Jumbo pasta shells Cooked al dente.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil For sautéing shrimp.
  • 1 pound Shrimp Peeled, deveined, and chopped.
  • 1 cup Ricotta cheese For creamy filling.
  • 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese Divided for filling and topping.
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan cheese Adds flavor to the filling.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder For seasoning.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Onion powder For seasoning.
  • to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning.
  • 1 cup Marinara sauce For topping the shells.
  • to taste Fresh parsley Chopped, for garnish.

Instructions
 

  • Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the jumbo pasta shells until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  • In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque. Remove from heat and let cool.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine cooked shrimp, ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Stuff each pasta shell with the seafood mixture and place them in a baking dish in a single layer.
  • Pour marinara sauce over the stuffed shells and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese. Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
  • Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

Feel free to customize the filling with different seafood or add spices for a kick.
Keyword Pasta, seafood, Seafood Stuffed Shells