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Cheesy Mexican Stuffed Shells

May 14, 2014 by Stephanie Brubaker 32 Comments

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These Cheesy Mexican Stuffed Shells are a winning flavor packed meal. This is comfort food at it’s best!

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Mexican Stuffed Shells - Cheesy comfort food at it's best! Makes an excellent FREEZER Meal too!  #mexicanfood #freezermeal #stuffedshells

If you love Mexican food, or any food that has even a little Mexican flair like I do, you are going to love this meal! It makes enough to feed a crowd, so it’s awesome to make when you have friends and family over. But even if you are cooking for just a few people, freeze half of the recipe for another night when you don’t feel like cooking. Meals like these are lifesavers!

Mexican Stuffed Shells - Cheesy comfort food at it's best! Makes an excellent FREEZER Meal!  #mexicanfood #freezermeal #stuffedshells

When I was about 7 or 8 months pregnant I made these Mexican Shells. I filled 2 pans and put one in the oven and one in the freezer so I would have an easy meal once the baby was born. Boy, I wish I did a little more meal prep like that, because it was SO nice knowing I already had a meal ready. All I had to do was turn on the oven, and at the end of a hectic day, we had an awesome meal that everyone loved!

Mexican Stuffed Shells - Cheesy comfort food at it's best! Makes a great FREEZER Meal too!  #mexicanfood #freezermeal #stuffedshells

You can easily control the spice in this dish by using mild or hot salsa. I used mild since my little ones would be eating it too, but if you like a little spice, go for the hot stuff!

This is one of those meals that will become a regular on your dinner menu – it’s so good!

Mexican Stuffed Shells - Cheesy comfort food at it's best! Makes an excellent FREEZER Meal too!  #mexicanfood #freezermeal #stuffedshells

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Filed Under: Casseroles, Chicken, Dinner, Pasta Tagged With: cheesy chicken, easy freezer meal ideas, easy mexican meal, how to make stuffed shells, mexican freezer meal, mexican stuffed shells recipe, stuffed shells with chicken

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  1. Lubna Naz says

    January 22, 2015 at 9:40 am

    Wow this is perfectly made and must be yummy too. I will give it a try this weekend. Thanks for sharing.

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  2. Cathy@Lemon Tree Dwelling says

    May 23, 2014 at 11:42 am

    This is such a great idea! I love using the shells as the package for all the Mexican goodness!

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  3. Rachel Kathyg @ onlinesisterhood says

    May 21, 2014 at 9:53 am

    These shells look so yummy! Wow. The cream cheese, corn, cheese..mmmm. found at cast party wed. Have a great week

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  4. Julia says

    May 20, 2014 at 3:18 pm

    I am drooling! This looks wonderful! Come by and link it up at Tickle My Tastebuds Tuesday! We’d love to have you!

    Julia @ Mini Van Dreams

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  5. Betty says

    May 19, 2014 at 8:27 pm

    Hi there! I plan on making these tomorrow, but since there are only 3 of us, I will freeze half…do I bake them and then freeze ? Also, do I thaw the frozen ones before reheating? At what temperature and for how long? Thanks! My hubby will love them!

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    • Stephanie says

      May 19, 2014 at 8:38 pm

      Hi Betty!
      No need to cook them before freezing. When you are ready to eat the frozen ones, just thaw and bake as directed in the recipe. Hope you enjoy!

      Reply
  6. Mary says

    May 19, 2014 at 2:51 pm

    What a creative twist on italian stuffed shells. Thanks for sharing.

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  7. kristi@ishouldbemoppingthefloor says

    May 19, 2014 at 9:07 am

    These look amazing! What a great recipe! Thank you bunches for linking up and partying with us! Pinning this.

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  8. meredith in sock monkey slippers says

    May 16, 2014 at 10:54 am

    That is cheesy! would be a good potluck meal

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  9. Samantha says

    May 16, 2014 at 8:28 am

    What a great twist on traditional italian stuffed shells. I love this idea!!!!!!!

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  10. Marly says

    May 15, 2014 at 11:09 pm

    What a great idea. It’s like a Mexican pizza but with pasta. Love it. Now I’m going to have to figure out a way to veganize this for my family. Thanks for the inspiring recipe!

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  11. Nutmeg Nanny says

    May 15, 2014 at 7:32 pm

    These shells look great! Love all that Mexican flavor.

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  12. Laura @ Laura's Culinary Adventures says

    May 15, 2014 at 3:42 pm

    Looks cheesey and delicious! I need to get into the practice of freezing extra food for a quick and easy meal.

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  13. Courtney @ Neighborfood says

    May 15, 2014 at 2:26 pm

    Oh my gosh all that cheese!!! I would like this in my face immediately.

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  14. Jessica @ A Kitchen Addiction says

    May 15, 2014 at 2:24 pm

    What a great idea for stuffed shells! I love make ahead meals like this!

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  15. Colleen (Souffle Bombay) says

    May 15, 2014 at 12:28 pm

    OK, now I feel like if I don’t get some Mexican food in me stat, I’ll die! Mmmm!

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  16. The Mom Chef ~ Taking on Magazines One Recipe at a Time says

    May 15, 2014 at 11:43 am

    I love stuffed shells but have never thought to use a Mexican flavor before. I love the idea.

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  17. Amy @Very Culinary says

    May 15, 2014 at 10:48 am

    What a great mash-up! Wish I was having this for lunch.

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  18. Tasha @ ThatsSoYummy says

    May 15, 2014 at 10:34 am

    This makes my tummy growl, YUM

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  19. Amanda says

    May 15, 2014 at 9:55 am

    I absolutely love any thing with a mexican flavor or twist. These look delicious!!

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  20. Marjory @ Dinner-Mom says

    May 15, 2014 at 9:10 am

    These look delish and I bet they freeze beautiful! I need some!!

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  21. Angie says

    May 15, 2014 at 8:12 am

    I’m hungry for lunch now, this looks amazing!

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  22. Kim (Feed Me, Seymour) says

    May 15, 2014 at 7:54 am

    I’ve always been kind of wary about stuffed shells that contain anything but ricotta and marinara. But these look so cheesy and amazing, I absolutely HAVE to try them!

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  23. christine says

    May 15, 2014 at 7:50 am

    I love to play around w/ different fillings for stuffed shells. These look so cheesy delicious!

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  24. Sarah Caron (Sarah's Cucina Bella) says

    May 15, 2014 at 7:42 am

    Oh. My. Goodness. I want those right now. I love freezer meals — especially for those hectic days. And I know my kids would totally dig this too.

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  25. Paula - bell'alimento says

    May 15, 2014 at 7:41 am

    You can’t go wrong with stuffed shells ; )

    Reply
  26. Matt Robinson says

    May 15, 2014 at 12:32 am

    So crazy good Stephanie! I love Mexican food, we all do here, and I can’t wait to try this recipe soon!

    Reply

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