Description
Cheesy, garlicky, and rich, these Olive Garden-style stuffed mushrooms are perfect as an appetizer or side dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 16–18 large white mushrooms (stems removed and reserved)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (plus more for brushing)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 2 tbsp melted butter (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Clean mushrooms with a damp paper towel, remove stems and chop them finely.
- Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet, sauté garlic and chopped stems for 2–3 minutes. Let cool slightly.
- In a bowl, mix the sautéed mixture with breadcrumbs, Parmesan, cream cheese, mozzarella, seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff each mushroom cap generously. Optional: drizzle with melted butter.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Make ahead: You can prepare the mushrooms and refrigerate them unbaked for up to 24 hours.
- Want more flavor? Add chopped crab or red bell pepper to the filling.
- Use panko for a crunchier texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed mushrooms
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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