{"id":104701,"date":"2026-01-16T11:24:25","date_gmt":"2026-01-16T11:24:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/16\/marry-me-stuffed-shells-recipe-easy-creamy-cheesy\/"},"modified":"2026-01-16T11:24:25","modified_gmt":"2026-01-16T11:24:25","slug":"marry-me-stuffed-shells-recipe-easy-creamy-cheesy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/16\/marry-me-stuffed-shells-recipe-easy-creamy-cheesy\/","title":{"rendered":"Marry Me Stuffed Shells Recipe (Easy, Creamy &#038; Cheesy)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aff-disc\">\n<p>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/privacy-policy\/\">disclosure policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image-container\" style=\"display:none;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image\" data-pin-description=\"Creamy. Cheesy. Completely irresistible. These Marry Me Stuffed Shells are baked in a rich sauce and perfect for date night, family dinner, or entertaining.\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/marry-me-shells-.jpg\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/marry-me-shells-.jpg\"\/><img width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/marry-me-shells-.jpg\" class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image\" data-pin-description=\"Creamy. Cheesy. Completely irresistible. These Marry Me Stuffed Shells are baked in a rich sauce and perfect for date night, family dinner, or entertaining.\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/marry-me-shells-.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/div>\n<p><input class=\"jpibfi\" type=\"hidden\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Marry me stuffed shells\u00a0take the viral sauce you love and turn it into a <strong>cozy, baked pasta<\/strong> moment. Think creamy chicken-stuffed shells, melty cheese, and just enough sun-dried tomatoes for that <strong>extra swoon-worthy<\/strong> touch.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/marry-me-shells--1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Close up of the completed marry me stuffed shells dish.\" class=\"wp-image-329766\" title=\"Marry me stuffed shells\u00a0take the viral sauce you love and turn it into a cozy, baked pasta moment. Think creamy chicken-stuffed shells, melty cheese, and just enough sun-dried tomatoes for that extra swoon-worthy touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/marry-me-stuffed-shells\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Marry Me Stuffed Shells\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/marry-me-shells--1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/marry-me-shells-.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/marry-me-shells--333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/marry-me-shells--1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/marry-me-shells--400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/marry-me-shells--150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\">Why This Recipe Gets All the Love<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Fan Favorite!<\/strong> You guys love my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/marry-me-chicken\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">marry me chicken<\/a> and my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/three-cheese-stuffed-shells\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">stuffed shells<\/a> recipes, so why not combine them into one delicious dish! <\/li>\n<li><strong>Perfect for sharing (or leftovers):<\/strong>\u00a0This dish is great for family dinners, potlucks, entertaining, or making ahead and freezing when you need an easy win.<\/li>\n<li><strong>So many ways to serve it:<\/strong>\u00a0Pair it with a <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/green-goddess-salad\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">simple green salad<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/air-fryer-garlic-bread\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">garlic bread<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/parmesan-roasted-vegetables\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">roasted veggies<\/a>, or serve it on its own and let the shells steal the show.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ingredients-for-marry-me-stuffed-shells\">Ingredients for Marry Me Stuffed Shells <\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"Overhead shot of the labeled marry me stuffed shells filling ingredients.\" class=\"wp-image-329770\" title=\"Marry me stuffed shells\u00a0take the viral sauce you love and turn it into a cozy, baked pasta moment. Think creamy chicken-stuffed shells, melty cheese, and just enough sun-dried tomatoes for that extra swoon-worthy touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/marry-me-stuffed-shells\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Marry Me Stuffed Shells\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsMarryMeShellsFilling-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsMarryMeShellsFilling.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsMarryMeShellsFilling-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsMarryMeShellsFilling-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsMarryMeShellsFilling-150x100.png 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsMarryMeShellsFilling-1200x800.png\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsMarryMeShellsFilling-1200x800.png\" alt=\"Overhead shot of the labeled marry me stuffed shells filling ingredients.\" class=\"wp-image-329770\" title=\"Marry me stuffed shells\u00a0take the viral sauce you love and turn it into a cozy, baked pasta moment. Think creamy chicken-stuffed shells, melty cheese, and just enough sun-dried tomatoes for that extra swoon-worthy touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/marry-me-stuffed-shells\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Marry Me Stuffed Shells\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsMarryMeShellsFilling-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsMarryMeShellsFilling.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsMarryMeShellsFilling-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsMarryMeShellsFilling-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsMarryMeShellsFilling-150x100.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Add Spinach:<\/strong>\u00a0Stir 1\u20132 cups fresh baby spinach or 1 cup thawed, well-drained frozen spinach into the sauce during step 3 for a pop of green.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cooked Chicken:<\/strong>\u00a0Rotisserie chicken works great, but leftover <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/instant-pot-shredded-chicken\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">shredded<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/boiled-chicken\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">chopped chicken<\/a>, or canned chicken works as well.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sun-Dried Tomatoes:<\/strong> I usually use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/alessi-sun-dried-tomatoes-in-olive-oil-7-fl-oz\/-\/A-52487155#lnk=sametab\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">julienne-cut sun-dried tomatoes<\/a> packed in oil, but dry-packed works too. If using dry-packed, soak them in the chicken broth for 15\u201320 minutes, then strain and use both as directed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"Overhead shot of the labeled marry me stuffed shells sauce ingredients.\" class=\"wp-image-329771\" title=\"Marry me stuffed shells\u00a0take the viral sauce you love and turn it into a cozy, baked pasta moment. Think creamy chicken-stuffed shells, melty cheese, and just enough sun-dried tomatoes for that extra swoon-worthy touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/marry-me-stuffed-shells\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Marry Me Stuffed Shells\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsMarryMeShellsSauce-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsMarryMeShellsSauce.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsMarryMeShellsSauce-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsMarryMeShellsSauce-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsMarryMeShellsSauce-150x100.png 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsMarryMeShellsSauce-1200x800.png\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsMarryMeShellsSauce-1200x800.png\" alt=\"Overhead shot of the labeled marry me stuffed shells sauce ingredients.\" class=\"wp-image-329771\" title=\"Marry me stuffed shells\u00a0take the viral sauce you love and turn it into a cozy, baked pasta moment. Think creamy chicken-stuffed shells, melty cheese, and just enough sun-dried tomatoes for that extra swoon-worthy touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/marry-me-stuffed-shells\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Marry Me Stuffed Shells\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsMarryMeShellsSauce-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsMarryMeShellsSauce.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsMarryMeShellsSauce-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsMarryMeShellsSauce-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsMarryMeShellsSauce-150x100.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Want extra sauce? Go for it!<\/strong>\u00a0If you love a really saucy pasta, make 1\u00bd to 2 times the sauce so there\u2019s plenty to spoon over every shell.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-marry-me-stuffed-shells\">How to Make Marry Me Stuffed Shells<\/h2>\n<p>My family can\u2019t get enough of this dish. The creamy sun-dried tomato sauce is always a hit on busy weeknights. Pair it with <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/focaccia-bread\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">focaccia bread<\/a> for the ultimate meal.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-shells-amp-filling\">Shells &amp; Filling<\/h4>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Boil the Pasta:<\/strong> Preheat the oven to 375\u00baF. Spray a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/4qt-stoneware-rectangle-baking-dish-with-lid-figmint\/-\/A-88994887?preselect=87713422#lnk=sametab\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">3-quart baking dish<\/a> with nonstick cooking spray and set aside. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil, then cook\u00a0the jumbo pasta shells\u00a0according to the package directions for al dente pasta. Drain the shells and rinse them in cold water to stop the cooking process. Toss lightly with 1-2 teaspoons of olive or vegetable oil to prevent\u00a0sticking.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mix the Filling Ingredients:<\/strong> Add\u00a0the chicken,\u00a0ricotta,\u00a0mozzarella, parmesan,\u00a0sun-dried tomatoes,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/italian-seasoning\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">Italian seasoning<\/a>,\u00a0salt, and\u00a0pepper\u00a0to a large bowl and mix until combined. Set aside.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped is-style-numbered wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"320853\" alt=\"Jumbo shells cooking in boiling water on the stove.\" class=\"wp-image-320853\" title=\"Marry me stuffed shells\u00a0take the viral sauce you love and turn it into a cozy, baked pasta moment. Think creamy chicken-stuffed shells, melty cheese, and just enough sun-dried tomatoes for that extra swoon-worthy touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/marry-me-stuffed-shells\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Marry Me Stuffed Shells\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/MillionDollarShells-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/MillionDollarShells.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/MillionDollarShells-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/MillionDollarShells-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/MillionDollarShells-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/MillionDollarShells-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"320853\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/MillionDollarShells-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Jumbo shells cooking in boiling water on the stove.\" class=\"wp-image-320853\" title=\"Marry me stuffed shells\u00a0take the viral sauce you love and turn it into a cozy, baked pasta moment. Think creamy chicken-stuffed shells, melty cheese, and just enough sun-dried tomatoes for that extra swoon-worthy touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/marry-me-stuffed-shells\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Marry Me Stuffed Shells\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/MillionDollarShells-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/MillionDollarShells.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/MillionDollarShells-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/MillionDollarShells-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/MillionDollarShells-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"329773\" alt=\"Filling ingredients added to a bowl.\" class=\"wp-image-329773\" title=\"Marry me stuffed shells\u00a0take the viral sauce you love and turn it into a cozy, baked pasta moment. Think creamy chicken-stuffed shells, melty cheese, and just enough sun-dried tomatoes for that extra swoon-worthy touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/marry-me-stuffed-shells\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Marry Me Stuffed Shells\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"329773\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Filling ingredients added to a bowl.\" class=\"wp-image-329773\" title=\"Marry me stuffed shells\u00a0take the viral sauce you love and turn it into a cozy, baked pasta moment. Think creamy chicken-stuffed shells, melty cheese, and just enough sun-dried tomatoes for that extra swoon-worthy touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/marry-me-stuffed-shells\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Marry Me Stuffed Shells\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sauce-amp-assembly\">Sauce &amp; Assembly<\/h4>\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Start the Sauce:<\/strong> Add\u00a0the butter to a large skillet and melt over medium heat. Once melted, add\u00a0the garlic\u00a0and cook for about 30-60 seconds, until fragrant. Add\u00a0flour\u00a0and whisk to form a paste.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add Broth, Cream, and Cheese:<\/strong> Cook for 1-2 minutes before slowly whisking in\u00a0the <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/chicken-broth\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">chicken broth<\/a>,\u00a0cream, and\u00a0parmesan until smooth and combined. It will be quite thick as you first begin to whisk in the liquid.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add Tomatoes and Seasoning:<\/strong> Stir in\u00a0the sun-dried tomatoes,\u00a0paprika,\u00a0Italian seasoning,\u00a0salt, and\u00a0pepper. Continue to whisk the sauce for a few minutes until it thickens.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Start Assembly:<\/strong> Add about \u00be of the sauce to the bottom of the prepared baking dish.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stuff the Shells:<\/strong> Stuff each <a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/jumbo-shells-12oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-78780830#lnk=sametab\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">shell<\/a> with about 2 tablespoons of the filling. Arrange the filled shells in an even layer on top of the sauce.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bake:<\/strong> Spoon the remaining sauce evenly over the top of the shells.\u00a0Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, until the sauce is bubbling and the shells are starting to brown. Let the marry-me stuffed shells rest for about 5 minutes before garnishing with\u00a0fresh basil\u00a0if desired, and serving.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped is-style-numbered wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"329774\" alt=\"Butter, garlic, and flour added to a skillet.\" class=\"wp-image-329774\" title=\"Marry me stuffed shells\u00a0take the viral sauce you love and turn it into a cozy, baked pasta moment. Think creamy chicken-stuffed shells, melty cheese, and just enough sun-dried tomatoes for that extra swoon-worthy touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/marry-me-stuffed-shells\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Marry Me Stuffed Shells\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-1-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-1-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"329774\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-1-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Butter, garlic, and flour added to a skillet.\" class=\"wp-image-329774\" title=\"Marry me stuffed shells\u00a0take the viral sauce you love and turn it into a cozy, baked pasta moment. Think creamy chicken-stuffed shells, melty cheese, and just enough sun-dried tomatoes for that extra swoon-worthy touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/marry-me-stuffed-shells\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Marry Me Stuffed Shells\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-1-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"329772\" alt=\"Chicken broth, cream and parmesan cheese added to the butter and flour mixture.\" class=\"wp-image-329772\" title=\"Marry me stuffed shells\u00a0take the viral sauce you love and turn it into a cozy, baked pasta moment. Think creamy chicken-stuffed shells, melty cheese, and just enough sun-dried tomatoes for that extra swoon-worthy touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/marry-me-stuffed-shells\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Marry Me Stuffed Shells\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-2-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-2-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-2-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-2-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-2-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"329772\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-2-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Chicken broth, cream and parmesan cheese added to the butter and flour mixture.\" class=\"wp-image-329772\" title=\"Marry me stuffed shells\u00a0take the viral sauce you love and turn it into a cozy, baked pasta moment. Think creamy chicken-stuffed shells, melty cheese, and just enough sun-dried tomatoes for that extra swoon-worthy touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/marry-me-stuffed-shells\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Marry Me Stuffed Shells\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-2-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-2-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-2-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-2-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"329777\" alt=\"Sun-dried tomatoes and seasonings added to the skillet.\" class=\"wp-image-329777\" title=\"Marry me stuffed shells\u00a0take the viral sauce you love and turn it into a cozy, baked pasta moment. Think creamy chicken-stuffed shells, melty cheese, and just enough sun-dried tomatoes for that extra swoon-worthy touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/marry-me-stuffed-shells\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Marry Me Stuffed Shells\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-3-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-3-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-3-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-3-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-3-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"329777\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-3-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Sun-dried tomatoes and seasonings added to the skillet.\" class=\"wp-image-329777\" title=\"Marry me stuffed shells\u00a0take the viral sauce you love and turn it into a cozy, baked pasta moment. Think creamy chicken-stuffed shells, melty cheese, and just enough sun-dried tomatoes for that extra swoon-worthy touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/marry-me-stuffed-shells\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Marry Me Stuffed Shells\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-3-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-3-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-3-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-3-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"329778\" alt=\"Some of the sauce added to the bottom of the baking dish.\" class=\"wp-image-329778\" title=\"Marry me stuffed shells\u00a0take the viral sauce you love and turn it into a cozy, baked pasta moment. Think creamy chicken-stuffed shells, melty cheese, and just enough sun-dried tomatoes for that extra swoon-worthy touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/marry-me-stuffed-shells\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Marry Me Stuffed Shells\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-4-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-4-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-4-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-4-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-4-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"329778\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-4-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Some of the sauce added to the bottom of the baking dish.\" class=\"wp-image-329778\" title=\"Marry me stuffed shells\u00a0take the viral sauce you love and turn it into a cozy, baked pasta moment. Think creamy chicken-stuffed shells, melty cheese, and just enough sun-dried tomatoes for that extra swoon-worthy touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/marry-me-stuffed-shells\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Marry Me Stuffed Shells\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-4-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-4-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-4-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-4-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"330690\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-330690\" title=\"Marry me stuffed shells\u00a0take the viral sauce you love and turn it into a cozy, baked pasta moment. Think creamy chicken-stuffed shells, melty cheese, and just enough sun-dried tomatoes for that extra swoon-worthy touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/marry-me-stuffed-shells\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Marry Me Stuffed Shells\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/marry-me-stuffed-shells-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/marry-me-stuffed-shells.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/marry-me-stuffed-shells-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/marry-me-stuffed-shells-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/marry-me-stuffed-shells-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/marry-me-stuffed-shells-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"330690\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/marry-me-stuffed-shells-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-330690\" title=\"Marry me stuffed shells\u00a0take the viral sauce you love and turn it into a cozy, baked pasta moment. Think creamy chicken-stuffed shells, melty cheese, and just enough sun-dried tomatoes for that extra swoon-worthy touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/marry-me-stuffed-shells\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Marry Me Stuffed Shells\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/marry-me-stuffed-shells-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/marry-me-stuffed-shells.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/marry-me-stuffed-shells-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/marry-me-stuffed-shells-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/marry-me-stuffed-shells-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"329776\" alt=\"The rest of the sauce adde to the top of the shells. \" class=\"wp-image-329776\" title=\"Marry me stuffed shells\u00a0take the viral sauce you love and turn it into a cozy, baked pasta moment. Think creamy chicken-stuffed shells, melty cheese, and just enough sun-dried tomatoes for that extra swoon-worthy touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/marry-me-stuffed-shells\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Marry Me Stuffed Shells\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-5-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-5-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-5-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-5-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-5-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"329776\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-5-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"The rest of the sauce adde to the top of the shells. \" class=\"wp-image-329776\" title=\"Marry me stuffed shells\u00a0take the viral sauce you love and turn it into a cozy, baked pasta moment. Think creamy chicken-stuffed shells, melty cheese, and just enough sun-dried tomatoes for that extra swoon-worthy touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/marry-me-stuffed-shells\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Marry Me Stuffed Shells\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-5-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-5-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-5-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MarryMeShells-5-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\">Alyssa\u2019s Recipe Tip<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Don\u2019t overcook the shells!<\/strong> Whatever you do, don\u2019t overcook the shells. Boil them 2\u20133 minutes less than the package says, so they don\u2019t fall apart when you stuff them. They will finish cooking in the oven.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-area block-area-before-recipe\">\n<div class=\"block-pinterest-cta cwp-large\">\n<p class=\"block-pinterest-cta__title\">Pin this now to find it later<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/marry-me-stuffed-shells\/&amp;media=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/marry-me-shells-.jpg&amp;description=Marry Me Stuffed Shells\" title=\"Share on Pinterest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"wp-element-button\" data-postid=\"327782\" data-pin-do=\"none\" data-social-network=\"Pinterest\" data-social-action=\"Pin\" data-social-target=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/marry-me-stuffed-shells\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Pin It<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-327783\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"327783\" data-servings=\"6\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-cwp-food---cook-mode\">\n<div class=\"cwp-food-content\">\n<p><label id=\"wprm-toggle-switch-96502981\" class=\"wprm-toggle-switch wprm-toggle-switch-rounded wprm-toggle-switch-outside\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox-96502981\" class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-slider\" style=\"--switch-height: 20px;\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-label wprm-prevent-sleep-label wprm-block-text-bold\">Cook Mode<\/span><\/label><span class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-description wprm-block-text-normal\">Prevent your screen from going dark<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"recipe-327783-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-327783-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"327783\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-327783-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a 3-quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-327783-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil, then cook\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-327783-0 wprm-block-text-bold\">1 (12-ounce) box jumbo shell pasta<\/span>\u00a0according to the directions on the package for al dente pasta. If preferred, undercook by a few minutes to avoid overcooking in the oven.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-327783-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Drain the shells and rinse them with cold water to stop the cooking process. Toss lightly with 1-2 teaspoons of olive oil or vegetable oil to prevent them from sticking.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-none\">Filling<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-327783-step-1-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Add <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-327783-1 wprm-block-text-bold\">1 \u00bd cups cooked, chopped chicken<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-327783-2 wprm-block-text-bold\">1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-327783-3 wprm-block-text-bold\">1 \u00bd cups shredded mozzarella<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-327783-4 wprm-block-text-bold\">\u00bd cup grated parmesan<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-327783-7 wprm-block-text-bold\">\u2153 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-327783-5 wprm-block-text-bold\">\u00bd teaspoon Italian seasoning<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-327783-9 wprm-block-text-bold\">\u00bc teaspoon salt<\/span>, and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-327783-10 wprm-block-text-bold\">\u00bc teaspoon ground black pepper<\/span> to a large bowl and mix until combined. Set aside.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-none\">Sauce<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-327783-step-2-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Add <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-327783-11 wprm-block-text-bold\">3 tablespoons unsalted butter<\/span> to a large skillet and melt over medium heat. Once melted, add <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-327783-12 wprm-block-text-bold\">2 teaspoons minced garlic<\/span> and cook for about 30-60 seconds, until fragrant. Add <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-327783-13 wprm-block-text-bold\">3 tablespoons all-purpose flour<\/span> and stir to form a paste. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-327783-step-2-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Cook for 1-2 minutes before slowly whisking in <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-327783-14 wprm-block-text-bold\">2 cups chicken broth<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-327783-15 wprm-block-text-bold\">1 cup heavy whipping cream<\/span>, and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-327783-16 wprm-block-text-bold\">1 cup grated parmesan cheese<\/span> until smooth and combined. It will be quite thick as you first begin to whisk in the liquid. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-327783-step-2-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Stir in <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-327783-17 wprm-block-text-bold\">1 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-327783-18 wprm-block-text-bold\">1 teaspoon paprika<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-327783-19 wprm-block-text-bold\">2 teaspoons Italian seasoning<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-327783-20 wprm-block-text-bold\">salt<\/span>, and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-327783-21 wprm-block-text-bold\">ground black pepper<\/span>. Continue to whisk the sauce for a few minutes until it thickens.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-none\">Assembly<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-327783-step-3-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Add about \u00be of the sauce to the bottom of the prepared baking dish. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-327783-step-3-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Stuff each shell with about 2 tablespoons of the filling, then arrange the filled shells in an even layer on top of the sauce. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-327783-step-3-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Spoon the remaining sauce evenly over the top of the shells. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-327783-step-3-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, until the sauce is bubbling and the shells are starting to brown. Let the dish rest for about 5 minutes before garnishing with\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-327783-22 wprm-block-text-bold\">fresh basil<\/span>\u00a0if desired, and serving.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-327783-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Storage &amp; Make Ahead Instructions<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"277\"><strong data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"93\">Fridge:<\/strong> Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave in 30-second intervals until heated through, or bake at 350\u00b0F for 20\u201325 minutes.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"277\"><strong data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"291\">Freezer:<\/strong> Assemble the dish fully, then cover the baking dish tightly with plastic wrap and a layer of foil. Freeze until ready to bake.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"277\"><strong data-start=\"420\" data-end=\"435\">Make Ahead:<\/strong> Prepare through step 6 up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate. Bake as directed, adding 10\u201315 minutes to the bake time since it will be chilled.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n<div id=\"recipe-327783-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">606<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">27<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">33<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">42<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">24<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">11<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">153<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1100<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1119<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">11<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1756<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">10<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">528<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-empty\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"\/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"cwp-food-nutrition__disclaimer has-min-font-size\">Nutrition information is 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Think creamy chicken-stuffed shells, melty cheese, and just enough sun-dried tomatoes for that extra swoon-worthy touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/marry-me-stuffed-shells\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Marry Me Stuffed Shells\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/marry-me-shells-1-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/marry-me-shells-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/marry-me-shells-1-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/marry-me-shells-1-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/marry-me-shells-1-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/marry-me-shells-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/marry-me-shells-1-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/marry-me-shells-1-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Bowl of a serving of the marry me stuffed shells.\" class=\"wp-image-329767\" title=\"Marry me stuffed shells\u00a0take the viral sauce you love and turn it into a cozy, baked pasta moment. Think creamy chicken-stuffed shells, melty cheese, and just enough sun-dried tomatoes for that extra swoon-worthy touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/marry-me-stuffed-shells\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Marry Me Stuffed Shells\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/marry-me-shells-1-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/marry-me-shells-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/marry-me-shells-1-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/marry-me-shells-1-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/marry-me-shells-1-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/marry-me-shells-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<section class=\"block-post-listing cwp-large layout-4up-grid\">\n<header>\n<p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-more-marry-me-recipes-to-fall-in-love-with\">More Marry Me Recipes to Fall in Love With<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<\/header>\n<\/section>\n<p><span class=\"cp-load-after-post\"\/><\/div>\n<p><script type=\"rocketlazyloadscript\">\n\t!function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s){if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod?\n\tn.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)};if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;\n\tn.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0';n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0;\n\tt.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)}(window,\n\tdocument,'script','https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/fbevents.js' );\n\tfbq( 'init', '1748581388781497' );\t<\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/marry-me-stuffed-shells\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. 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