Savory Baked Chicken-Stuffed Portabella Mushrooms
Indulge in these hearty Savory Baked Chicken-Stuffed Portabella Mushrooms, a delightful dish perfect for lunch, dinner, or as an impressive appetizer. The meaty portabella caps serve as a perfect vessel for tender chicken mixed with a medley of fresh vegetables, aromatic herbs, and zesty marinara sauce. Topped with melted mozzarella and a sprinkle of parmesan, these stuffed mushrooms promise a burst of flavor in every bite. Whether you're entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy meal at home, this recipe is sure to satisfy cravings and warm the soul.
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Servings
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Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
Marinara sauce
1 cup (prepared or homemade)
Fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup (finely snipped)
Portabella mushrooms
8 (each about 4 to 5 inches in diameter)
Cooked chicken
1 lb (cubed (2 average-sized chicken breasts))
Garlic cloves
1-2 (peeled and minced)
Green onion
1/3 cup (chopped)
Green bell pepper
2 tablespoons (chopped)
Sweet red bell pepper
2 tablespoons (chopped)
Sweet yellow bell pepper
2 tablespoons (chopped)
Italian parsley
1-2 tablespoons (minced (no stems))
Dried Italian herb seasoning
1 teaspoon (optional)
Salt
to taste (optional)
Freshly ground black or white pepper
to taste (optional)
Shredded mozzarella cheese
as desired (or cheese of choice)
Grated parmesan cheese
as desired (optional (or Romano cheese))
Fresh basil sprig
1 (to garnish)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a small bowl, combine the marinara sauce and freshly snipped basil, stirring until well blended. Set this basil marinara sauce aside.
3
Using a sharp knife, carefully remove the stems from each portabella mushroom. Coarsely chop the mushroom stems and set them aside for later use.
4
Place the portabella mushrooms, rounded side down, in a 12 x 8 x 2-inch baking dish. Set aside.
5
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the cubed cooked chicken with the basil marinara sauce, minced garlic, chopped green onion, chopped peppers, minced Italian parsley, and dried Italian herb seasoning if desired. Mix well, and season with salt and freshly ground black or white pepper to your taste.
6
Evenly press the chicken mixture onto the top of each portabella mushroom, ensuring each cap is generously filled.
7
Cover the baking dish loosely with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes.
8
After the initial baking time, remove the foil cover and sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese or your cheese of choice generously over each mushroom. Return the dish to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 6 to 7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9
For extra flavor, lightly sprinkle each mushroom with grated Parmesan or Romana cheese if desired, and continue baking for another 6 to 8 minutes, until the cheese is golden brown.
10
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil sprigs for a beautiful presentation.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the recipe name?
Savory Baked Chicken-Stuffed Portabella Mushrooms.
What oven temperature is needed?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
How many mushrooms does this recipe require?
You will need 8 portabella mushrooms.
What size should the mushrooms be?
Each mushroom should be about 4 to 5 inches in diameter.
What is the primary protein used in the stuffing?
The recipe uses 1 lb of cubed cooked chicken, roughly 2 average-sized breasts.
How much marinara sauce is used?
1 cup of prepared or homemade marinara sauce is needed.
How is the basil prepared for the sauce?
The fresh basil leaves should be finely snipped.
What should I do with the mushroom stems?
Remove them from the caps and coarsely chop them, then set them aside.
What direction should the mushroom caps face in the dish?
Place them rounded side down in the baking dish.
What ingredients are mixed with the chicken?
Marinara sauce, basil, garlic, green onion, chopped peppers, Italian parsley, and optional seasoning.
What color bell peppers are used?
Green, sweet red, and sweet yellow bell peppers.
How much green onion is needed?
1/3 cup of chopped green onion.
What type of parsley is recommended?
Minced Italian parsley with no stems.
Is Italian herb seasoning mandatory?
No, it is an optional addition of 1 teaspoon.
How should the chicken mixture be placed on the mushrooms?
Press it evenly onto the top of each cap until generously filled.
What size baking dish should be used?
A 12 x 8 x 2-inch baking dish.
Do you cover the dish during the first stage of baking?
Yes, cover the baking dish loosely with aluminum foil.
How long is the initial baking time?
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes.
When do you add the mozzarella cheese?
After the initial 20-25 minutes of baking and removing the foil.
How long do you bake the mushrooms after adding mozzarella?
For an additional 6 to 7 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
What is the final cheese topping option?
Grated Parmesan or Romano cheese can be sprinkled on for extra flavor.
How long is the final bake after adding Parmesan?
Another 6 to 8 minutes until the cheese is golden brown.
How do you garnish the dish?
Garnish with fresh basil sprigs for a beautiful presentation.
Can I use white pepper?
Yes, use freshly ground black or white pepper to taste.
How much garlic is needed?
1 to 2 peeled and minced garlic cloves.
Is salt required?
Salt is optional and should be added according to your preference.
Should I let the dish rest before serving?
Yes, let it cool for a few minutes after removing it from the oven.
Can I use store-bought marinara?
Yes, you can use either prepared or homemade marinara sauce.
What type of cheese can be used besides mozzarella?
You can use shredded mozzarella or any cheese of your choice.
What are the suggested occasions for this dish?
It is suitable for lunch, dinner, or as an impressive appetizer.