Shrimp Alfredo Stuffed Shells
This Shrimp Alfredo Stuffed Shells recipe is SO DELICIOUS! Creamy Alfredo sauce, tender shrimp, and cheesy stuffed pasta shells combine for a perfect comfort meal.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Large Skillet
- Mixing Bowls
- Baking dish (9x13 inch)
- Wooden Spoon or Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 20 large pasta shells
- 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh parsley chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the 20 large pasta shells and cook until just al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside on a baking sheet to prevent sticking.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Toss in the peeled and deveined shrimp along with 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook shrimp until pink and opaque, about 2 minutes per side. Remove from heat and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In the same skillet, pour in 2 cups heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat. Stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup ricotta cheese, 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese, chopped shrimp, and a few spoonfuls of Alfredo sauce. Mix gently to blend everything together without breaking up the shrimp too much.
- Carefully spoon the shrimp and cheese filling into each cooked pasta shell, arranging them in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Pour the remaining Alfredo sauce evenly over the stuffed shells. Sprinkle additional mozzarella and Parmesan on top if desired. Cover with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 5-10 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the baked shells for a burst of color and freshness. Serve hot and enjoy the rich, creamy flavors of this delectable pasta dish.
Notes
- Do not overcook the pasta shells; they should be al dente since they will bake further in the oven.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and melt.
- Add a knob of butter while simmering the cream for an even more indulgent sauce.
- Toss in spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for added color and texture in the cheese filling.
- For extra garlic flavor, use garlic roasted shrimp or try a Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Alfredo variation.