Garlic Butter Lobster-Filled Jumbo Pasta Shells
A quick and indulgent meal featuring jumbo pasta shells stuffed with a savory lobster filling, perfect for busy nights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Pasta and Filling
- 12-15 large shells Jumbo pasta shells
- 1 cup Lobster meat, cooked and diced
- 4 oz Cream cheese, softened
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup Butter, plus extra for greasing
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp Chives, chopped, for garnish
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Boil a pot of salted water and cook your jumbo pasta shells according to the package instructions until they’re al dente.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
Filling and Assembly
- In a large bowl, combine the lobster meat, cream cheese, sautéed garlic and butter, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Fold in half of the Parmesan cheese.
- Grease a baking dish with a pat of butter, then carefully stuff each pasta shell with the lobster filling.
- Place filled shells in the dish and sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan cheese.
Baking
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Serving
- Sprinkle with fresh chives for garnish and serve immediately.
Notes
If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven for the best texture. Feel free to substitute lobster with shrimp or crab if desired.