✨ Introduction
Cheesy Garlic Shrimp Stuffed Shells is the ultimate creamy seafood comfort dish packed with tender shrimp, rich garlic cheese filling, jumbo pasta shells, and bubbling melted cheese. The buttery garlic shrimp pairs perfectly with creamy ricotta and mozzarella while the baked shells soak up every bit of savory cheesy goodness. Warm, indulgent, and deeply satisfying, this restaurant-style pasta bake is perfect for family dinners, date nights, or comforting seafood cravings.
🛒 Ingredients
For the Shrimp Filling
• 1 lb shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
• 2 tbsp butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
• Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Stuffed Shells
• 20 jumbo pasta shells
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
For the Garlic Cream Sauce
• 3 tbsp butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp flour
• 2 cups milk or heavy cream
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup Parmesan cheese
• Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional Garnish
• Fresh parsley
• Chili flakes
• Extra Parmesan cheese
• Lemon wedges
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Pasta Shells
Boil jumbo shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2️⃣ Cook the Shrimp
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant, then add shrimp, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until shrimp are pink and tender.
3️⃣ Prepare the Cheese Filling
In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, and Italian seasoning.
4️⃣ Combine the Filling
Fold chopped cooked shrimp into the cheese mixture.
5️⃣ Make the Garlic Cream Sauce
In a saucepan, melt butter and sauté garlic. Whisk in flour and cook briefly. Slowly add milk or cream while stirring until smooth and thickened.
6️⃣ Add the Cheese
Stir mozzarella and Parmesan into the sauce until creamy and melted.
7️⃣ Stuff the Shells
Fill each cooked pasta shell with the shrimp and cheese mixture.
8️⃣ Assemble the Dish
Spread some garlic cream sauce into a baking dish. Arrange stuffed shells on top and pour remaining sauce over them.
9️⃣ Bake the Shells
Top with extra mozzarella cheese and bake until bubbly and golden brown.
🔟 Garnish and Serve
Top with parsley, chili flakes, Parmesan cheese, or lemon wedges and serve hot.
❓ FAQ
What shrimp works best?
Medium shrimp chopped into small pieces work perfectly.
Can I make it spicier?
Add extra Cajun seasoning or chili flakes.
What cheese works best?
Mozzarella and Parmesan create the perfect creamy melt.
Can I use Alfredo sauce instead?
Absolutely, Alfredo sauce pairs beautifully.
What sides pair well?
Garlic bread or Caesar salad pair perfectly.
🦐 Final Thoughts
Cheesy Garlic Shrimp Stuffed Shells is the perfect creamy seafood comfort bake packed with buttery shrimp, rich cheese filling, and bubbling garlic sauce. Warm, indulgent, and deeply satisfying, it’s a cozy homemade pasta dish full of savory comforting goodness.
