Go Back

Garlic Butter Lobster-Filled Jumbo Pasta Shells

Indulge in these jumbo pasta shells filled with luscious lobster and drizzled with garlic butter, a perfect dish for impressing guests without the stress.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Seafood
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Filling
  • 12 pieces jumbo pasta shells
  • 1 cup cooked lobster meat, chopped
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • Salt to taste Salt
  • Pepper to taste Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh parsley for garnish Fresh parsley, chopped

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente.
Preparing the Filling
  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  2. Stir in the cooked lobster meat and mix well with the butter and garlic, then remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Combining Ingredients
  1. In a bowl, combine the sautéed lobster, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Stuffing the Shells
  1. Fill each cooked pasta shell with about a tablespoon of the lobster filling using a spoon or piping bag.
Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and spread marinara sauce or drizzle olive oil in a baking dish to prevent sticking.
  2. Line up the stuffed shells in the dish, sprinkle with mozzarella cheese, cover with aluminum foil, and bake for about 20 minutes.
  3. Uncover and bake for another 10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
Serving
  1. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with a side of your favorite green salad.

Notes

Leftover lobster can be used for this recipe. Feel free to substitute lobster with shrimp or crab if needed. Customize the cheeses if desired.