You can have an army of bite sized wonders perfect for an appetizer, party hors d’oeuvres or side dish for dinner ready in less than 25 minutes. These stuffed mushrooms are equally as delicious as the more time consuming recipes, but done in the time it takes to watch an episode of your favorite tv sitcom.
The results are similar to a popular Italian restaurant, but a few healthy swaps slash the calories and fat. The sampler sized portion at the chain eatery has 280 calories and 19 grams of fat. This speedy version has just 50 calories and 2 grams of fat!
You Will Need:
1 package of Stove Top Stuffing (Low Sodium versions are best for those watching their waistlines)
2 cups hot water
Fresh mushrooms – about 30 or a 12 oz package
2 tablespoons butter
1 heaping tablespoon of minced garlic (or 2 cloves of fresh chopped garlic)
1 cup Italian blend shredded cheese
Olive oil
3 ounces Clam juice – *optional
To Create Express Stuffed Mushrooms:
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. Remove stems from mushrooms and dice.
3. Toss mushroom stems and garlic in a hot pan along with a splash of olive oil for 3 minutes.
4. Mix hot water, butter, garlic, chopped stems, cheese and *clam juice with the stuffing in a mixing bowl.
5. Stuff mushrooms by spooning mixture into the open caps.
6. Lightly drizzle olive oil over the stuffed mushrooms and sprinkle a small handful of cheese on top.
7. Bake in an oven-safe pan or casserole dish for 18-20 minutes.
- 1 package of Stove Top Stuffing (Low Sodium versions are best for those watching their waistlines)
- 2 cups hot water
- Fresh mushrooms – about 30 or a 12 oz package
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 heaping tablespoon of minced garlic (or 2 cloves of fresh chopped garlic)
- 1 cup Italian blend shredded cheese
- Olive oil
- 3 ounces Clam juice – *optional
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Remove stems from mushrooms and dice.
- Toss mushroom stems and garlic in a hot pan along with a splash of olive oil for 3 minutes.
- Mix hot water, butter, garlic, chopped stems, cheese and *clam juice with the stuffing in a mixing bowl.
- Stuff mushrooms by spooning mixture into the open caps.
- Lightly drizzle olive oil over the stuffed mushrooms and sprinkle a small handful of cheese on top.
- Bake in an oven-safe pan or casserole dish for 18-20 minutes.
Stick a toothpick in each one or glide serenely around your party with a tray full of these delights and serve with cocktail napkin and a smile. You can also jazz up the stuffing by adding your touches like the addition of spinach, shredded crab or petite diced tomatoes.
aimee fauci says
August 14, 2014 at 1:46 pmFor someone that likes mushrooms these look great. Also look super easy to make.. wonder if I could trick my girls into stuffing them.
becca says
August 14, 2014 at 4:28 pmOh my how yummy i adore stuffed mushrooms must try this.
Shannon says
August 14, 2014 at 5:33 pmThis sounds lovely. Thank you for sharing.
Tough Cookie Mommy says
August 15, 2014 at 12:30 amI’ve never been a big fan of mushrooms but I think I would eat them this way. This recipe looks really delicious.
Tiffany STeadman-Collins says
August 15, 2014 at 5:18 amMMM I love mushrooms and stuffed makes them even better. My dad is always looking for new things to do with mushrooms I should pass this along. Thanks for sharing:)
Rena McDaniel-The Diary of an Alzheimer's Caregiver says
August 15, 2014 at 5:51 amI love this idea!!! I pinned it and it will definitely be a new favorite in this house. Especially with big get togethers.
Alice Chase says
August 15, 2014 at 6:31 amI love stuffed mushrooms! I cant wait to try this one!
Kristen from The Road to Domestication says
August 15, 2014 at 7:31 amOkay, these look so easy, and my hubby LOVES stuffed mushrooms! I’m gonna try this on him, thank you!
Jennifer Wiliams says
August 15, 2014 at 8:13 amMy husband and I both love stuffed mushrooms. I can not wait to try these out, we are having grilled chicken tonight and these would be perfect to go with it.
amanda @attachedmoms says
August 16, 2014 at 8:56 amThis looks yummy and should have a nice texture too.
Kori says
August 15, 2014 at 9:03 amThose look so tasty. I’ve always been wary to try stuffed mushrooms because they looked so complicated to make.
Ashley Gill says
August 15, 2014 at 9:50 amI’ve never been a big fan of mushrooms but I might try this. I will eat them occasion and these look really tasty. Pinning this for future reference!
Jaime says
August 15, 2014 at 12:17 pmWe just discovered our son likes mushrooms. I’ll have to try these for him!
Terry says
August 15, 2014 at 12:20 pmWe always make stuffed mushrooms around the Holidays. Not sure why we wait until then. I will have to surprise my Hubs and try these.
The Chef's Wife | Anne @thesatevepot says
August 15, 2014 at 12:52 pmYum … I love stuffed mushrooms!!
Krystal says
August 15, 2014 at 1:01 pmMy husband LOVEs mushrooms but I’m not into them. This recipe might convince me otherwise!
Coolchillmom says
August 15, 2014 at 1:35 pmMushroom lovers rejoice! You shared something new and easy. In heaven!
Veronica says
August 15, 2014 at 1:54 pmI love mushrooms! they taste like meat to me…of course I don’t eat meat anymore. I will try this one
Amber NElson says
August 15, 2014 at 2:11 pmI am not a huge mushrooms fan, but this actually looks really good.
Lois Alter Mark says
August 15, 2014 at 3:16 pmMy husband loves mushrooms and these look delicious! Definitely trying them!
Melissa Smith says
August 15, 2014 at 4:29 pmI love stuffed mushrooms, but they can take forever to make. Totally trying your recipe out!
Jessica (Savory Experiments) says
August 15, 2014 at 5:15 pmI love stuffed mushrooms, the fact that they are fast is even better!!!! I can’t wait to try.
Sarah L says
August 15, 2014 at 5:20 pmI would for sure add the clam juice. Yummy. Thanks.
Theresa says
August 15, 2014 at 6:01 pmI really love stuffed mushrooms. I usually make a spinach dip one, but I am definitely going to have to give this a try!
Rosey says
August 16, 2014 at 3:20 pmThey sound good. The little dab of cheese at the end is the perfect touch!
Danielle says
August 16, 2014 at 5:05 pmI so love me some mushrooms. I haven’t had any in awhile so this looks like an excellent recipe to use.
Mina Slater says
August 16, 2014 at 5:10 pmI do wish I could try these myself but I’m allergic to mushrooms. My dad would totally love this though!
Melissa says
August 16, 2014 at 5:53 pmMy husband would love these! He loves mushrooms- not my thing but its his!
Dawn says
August 17, 2014 at 8:03 amI love stuffed mushrooms though I have never tried making them before. Yours look really good.
Lulu says
August 19, 2014 at 6:59 amOoooo this looks so yummy !!!
June S. says
September 29, 2014 at 3:17 pm(Express Stuffed Mushrooms) Oh, man does this recipe sound very good to me, I am going to make these for my husband and I this coming weekend-