Easy Chicken Manicotti
A simple, family-friendly manicotti stuffed with seasoned chicken and baked in marinara until bubbly.
Ingredients
- 10 manicotti shells uncooked
- 10 boneless skinless chicken tenders
- 1 tsp garlic salt
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 jar spaghetti sauce 26-oz
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Season the chicken tenders evenly with the garlic salt and Italian seasoning.
- Insert one seasoned chicken tender into each uncooked manicotti shell; if needed, cut tenders in half and push pieces into each end so the shells are filled.
- Place the filled manicotti shells in the prepared baking dish in a single layer.
- Stir the spaghetti sauce and 1/2 cup water together, then pour the sauce over the pasta so the shells are completely covered.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour.
- Remove the foil, sprinkle the shredded mozzarella over the manicotti, and bake uncovered 5 to 10 minutes more until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Equipment
- 9x13 inch Baking Dish
- Cooking Spray
- Aluminum Foil
- Mixing Bowl
- Measuring Spoons
- Knife
- Cutting Board
Notes
- Use fully thawed chicken tenders for easier stuffing.
- Cut chicken into smaller pieces if needed to fit shells.
- Ensure sauce covers shells to prevent drying.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving.