Chicken And Ricotta Cannelloni Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Chicken and Ricotta Cannelloni is a classic Italian dish that combines tender chicken, creamy ricotta cheese, and flavorful tomato sauce. The cannelloni tubes are filled with a mixture of cooked chicken, ricotta cheese, spinach, and herbs, then baked in a rich tomato sauce. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a comforting family dinner. Serve it with a side of garlic bread and a green salad for a complete meal.

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1hr 5minstotal
15minsPrep
50minsCook
1hr 5m.total
15m.Prep
50m.Cook
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Ingredients for Chicken And Ricotta Cannelloni Recipe

  • 3 Cannelloni Tubes
  • 1/2 cup Cooked Chicken, Shredded
  • 1/4 cup Ricotta Cheese
  • 1/4 cup Spinach, Cooked And Chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon Dried Herbs
  • As required Salt And Pepper To Taste
  • 1/2 cup Tomato Sauce
  • 0.13 cup Grated Cheese

Directions: Chicken And Ricotta Cannelloni Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  • STEP 2.In a large bowl, mix together cooked chicken, ricotta cheese, spinach, herbs, salt, and pepper.
  • STEP 3.Stuff the cannelloni tubes with the chicken and ricotta mixture.
  • STEP 4.Spread a layer of tomato sauce in a baking dish and arrange the filled cannelloni tubes on top.
  • STEP 5.Pour the remaining tomato sauce over the cannelloni and sprinkle with grated cheese.
  • STEP 6.Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and golden.
  • STEP 7.Serve hot with garlic bread and a green salad.

Cooking Tips

  • You can use leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken for this recipe.
  • If you don't have cannelloni tubes, you can use lasagna sheets and roll them up with the filling.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers to the filling.

Storage and Serving

  • Leftover cannelloni can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat the cannelloni in the oven or microwave before serving.
  • Serve the cannelloni hot with garlic bread and a green salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
value
709
calories per serving
26 g Fat49 g Protein137 g Carbs8 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    26g
  • Protein
    49g
  • Carbs
    137g
  • Fiber
    8g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    137g
  • Protein
    49g
  • Fiber
    8g

Fats

  • Fat
    26g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    246mg
  • Iron
    5mg
  • Vitamin A
    261mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    9mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    67mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    10mg
  • Vitamin E
    2mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    152mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    655mg
  • Selenium
    29mcg
  • Zinc
    5mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp