Chicken Cordon Bleu Stuffed Shells (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
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340 g jumbo pasta shells
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225 g cream cheese, softened
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200 g shredded Swiss cheese, divided
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150 g cooked chicken breast, chopped
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150 g ham, cubed
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110 g cooked bacon, chopped, divided
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1 teaspoon salt
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0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
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0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
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450 ml Alfredo sauce
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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Cook jumbo pasta shells in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain thoroughly and set aside to cool slightly.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, 100 g shredded Swiss cheese, chopped chicken breast, cubed ham, and half of the chopped bacon. Add salt, ground black pepper, and garlic powder, and stir until evenly mixed.
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Fill each cooked pasta shell generously with the prepared chicken, ham, and cheese mixture. Arrange stuffed shells in a single layer in a greased baking dish.
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Pour Alfredo sauce evenly over the stuffed shells. Top with remaining shredded Swiss cheese and the rest of the chopped bacon.
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Preheat oven to 180°C. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and continue baking for an additional 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Allow to cool slightly before serving. Garnish as desired.
# Helpful Notes:
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To prepare ahead, assemble the dish up to the point of baking, cover, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to serve, bake as directed until hot and bubbling.