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Chicken Mozzarella Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

Chicken Mozzarella Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms for Cozy Nights

A delightful fusion of juicy chicken, gooey cheese, and robust portobello mushrooms, perfect for a cozy dinner experience.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 mushrooms
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Mushrooms
  • 4 large Portobello Mushrooms substitute with cremini or shiitake if needed
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts consider using rotisserie chicken for easy prep
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce use high-quality store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese part-skim mozzarella for a lighter option
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese sprinkle generously on top
Herbs and Spices
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning fresh herbs like parsley can brighten the taste

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • Skillet
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Clean the portobello mushrooms, remove the stems, and place the caps gill side up on a baking sheet.
  3. Dice the chicken into small cubes and cook in a skillet over medium heat for 5–7 minutes until no longer pink. Stir in marinara sauce and herbs.
  4. Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until creamy.
  5. Stuff each mushroom cap with the chicken and cheese mixture, adding more cheese on top if desired.
  6. Bake for about 30 minutes until the mushrooms are tender and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  7. Allow mushrooms to cool briefly, then serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mushroomCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

This dish pairs well with a light arugula salad or garlic bread.

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