Cheesy Chicken Shells

Posted in 9 Points, Main Course, Recipes, Weight Watchers Points Values by JenClows on October, 22 at 2:12 pm

Cheesy Chicken Shells

main meals

 
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

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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