Chicken Cannelloni Recipe With White Sauce
Chicken Cannelloni is a delicious Italian dish that features tender chicken wrapped in pasta sheets and baked in a creamy white sauce. This comforting and flavorful dish is perfect for a special dinner or gathering with loved ones.
Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutesIngredients:
- 8 cannelloni pasta tubes
- 1 cup cooked and shredded chicken
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh spinach
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups white sauce (béchamel sauce)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions: How to Cook Chicken Cannelloni With White Sauce
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, chopped spinach, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Cook the cannelloni pasta tubes according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and let them cool slightly.
- Stuff each cannelloni tube with the chicken and cheese mixture using a spoon or piping bag.
- Spread a thin layer of white sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Arrange the stuffed cannelloni tubes in the baking dish in a single layer.
- Pour the remaining white sauce over the cannelloni tubes, making sure they are fully covered.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Enjoy your delicious Chicken Cannelloni with White Sauce!