Creamy Chicken Manicotti(Student Favorite)
Creamy Chicken Manicotti offers a rich blend of tender pasta, shredded chicken, mushrooms, and cheese in a savory, comforting sauce perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
- 8 oz. manicotti shells ⓘ
- 2 (10 3/4 oz.) cans cream of chicken soup ⓘ
- 1 c. sour cream
- 4 c. cooked chicken, shredded or finely chopped
- 1/2 c. onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 c. butter ⓘ
- 2 (4 oz.) cans sliced mushrooms ⓘ
- 2 c. shredded Monterey Jack cheese ⓘ
- chicken tenders
- Wish-Bone Italian dressing ⓘ
- white cooking wine ⓘ
- Italian herbs ⓘ
- garlic cloves, minced ⓘ
- fresh sliced mushrooms ⓘ
Instructions
- Cook the manicotti shells according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté finely chopped onion until translucent.
- Add sliced mushrooms and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in cream of chicken soup, sour cream, a splash of white cooking wine, Italian herbs, and minced garlic. Mix well and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add the cooked, shredded chicken to the sauce and heat through.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Stuff the cooked manicotti shells with the chicken mixture and arrange in a greased baking dish.
- Pour remaining sauce over the filled shells and sprinkle shredded Monterey Jack cheese on top.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with sliced fresh mushrooms and serve hot.
Tips & Substitutions
For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of Wish-Bone Italian dressing to the sauce for added zest. If you prefer a lighter meal, you can substitute half of the sour cream with Greek yogurt. To save time, use rotisserie chicken instead of cooking your own. If you have leftover sauce, it can be used in a Chicken-Mushroom Lasagna.
Serving Suggestions
This creamy chicken manicotti pairs beautifully with a fresh green salad or steamed broccoli for a balanced meal. You can also serve it alongside garlic bread to soak up the delicious sauce. For a complete Italian experience, consider finishing the meal with a light dessert like tiramisu. Explore more chicken recipes to find perfect pairings.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 20 minutes, covering with foil to prevent drying out. You can also microwave single portions for quicker reheating, just add a splash of water to keep it moist.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Creamy Chicken Manicotti(Student Favorite) contains roughly 228 calories, with 7g protein, 28g carbohydrates, and 11g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin D (105% of the Daily Value), and a good source of protein. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 858mg per serving (37% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I freeze the manicotti?
Yes, you can freeze the assembled manicotti before baking. Wrap the baking dish tightly with plastic wrap and aluminum foil. To bake from frozen, add an extra 10-15 minutes to the cooking time, ensuring it's heated through and bubbly.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).