Stuffed Scampi Chicken (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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3 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, monterey jack), divided
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12 oz large pasta shells
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2 lbs diced chicken tenders
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3 tablespoons olive oil
→ Chicken Seasoning
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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2 teaspoons paprika
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1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon oregano
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1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Scampi Sauce
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1 lemon, zest and juice
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1 cup dry white wine
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5 cloves garlic, finely chopped
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2/3 cup chicken broth
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6 tablespoons softened butter, divided
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2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
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1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
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1/3 cup pasta water
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2/3 cup heavy cream
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1/3 cup parmesan cheese
# Instructions:
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Combine the chicken seasoning mix (keep 1 tsp for later) with the chicken pieces and olive oil. Cook them in a pan until the center hits 165°F.
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Mix the cooked chicken with half of the shredded cheese.
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Melt butter and sauté garlic. Toss in the wine and let it simmer to concentrate the flavor. Add all other sauce ingredients and cook until it thickens. While that simmers, boil the pasta shells until they're just slightly firm.
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Spread some sauce at the bottom of a baking dish. Stuff the pasta shells with the cheesy chicken mixture and place them snugly in the dish. Pour the rest of the sauce over the top.
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Finish with the remaining cheese sprinkled over the dish and bake at 375°F for 15-20 minutes until the cheese bubbles.
# Notes:
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Different types of cheese work too!
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Choose a wine you enjoy drinking to flavor the dish.
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Save a bit of pasta water to help the sauce come together.