Description
These Olive Garden Stuffed Mushrooms are a quick appetizer idea that feels restaurant special but is easy enough for any home cook. With tender mushroom caps, a creamy Parmesan breadcrumb filling, and a crisp golden top, this easy recipe is perfect for party food ideas, holiday appetizers, easy dinner starters, and savory snack recipes everyone loves.
Ingredients
16 large white or cremini mushrooms
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup finely chopped mushroom stems
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese for topping
1 tablespoon breadcrumbs for topping
1 tablespoon melted butter for topping
1 tablespoon chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a baking dish or line a baking sheet.
2. Wipe the mushrooms clean with a damp paper towel and remove the stems.
3. Finely chop the mushroom stems and set them aside.
4. Brush the mushroom caps with olive oil and arrange them cavity-side up.
5. In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter.
6. Add the chopped onion, chopped mushroom stems, and minced garlic.
7. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
8. Transfer the mixture to a bowl.
9. Stir in the Italian-style breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup Parmesan, cream cheese, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
10. Mix until the filling is well combined.
11. Spoon the filling into each mushroom cap, mounding it slightly.
12. In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons Parmesan, 1 tablespoon breadcrumbs, and 1 tablespoon melted butter.
13. Sprinkle the topping mixture over the filled mushrooms.
14. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes until the mushrooms are tender and the tops are golden.
15. Broil for 1 to 2 minutes if you want extra browning.
16. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Use mushrooms that are close in size so they cook evenly.
Do not wash mushrooms under lots of water or they may turn soggy.
For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a spoonful of finely chopped cooked sausage to the filling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed mushrooms
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 18mg