Description
If you’re looking for an easy appetizer that feels restaurant-quality, these Olive Garden Stuffed Mushrooms are exactly what you need. They’re packed with a creamy, cheesy filling, topped with golden breadcrumbs, and baked until perfectly tender. This easy recipe works beautifully as a quick dinner starter, party appetizer, or even a savory snack. Whether you need quick dinner ideas or impressive food ideas for guests, this dish delivers big flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
16 large button or cremini mushrooms
8 oz cream cheese softened
1/2 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
3 cloves garlic minced
2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
1. Clean the mushrooms with a damp cloth and remove the stems. Finely chop the stems and set aside.
2. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, chopped mushroom stems, garlic, parsley, half of the mozzarella, and half of the breadcrumbs. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Fill each mushroom cap with the mixture, slightly mounding the top.
5. In a small bowl, combine remaining breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil.
6. Sprinkle the topping evenly over each stuffed mushroom.
7. Bake for 18–20 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
8. Let cool slightly, garnish with extra parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
Always soften the cream cheese before mixing to ensure a smooth, lump-free filling.
Avoid rinsing mushrooms under water—wipe them instead to prevent excess moisture.
For extra crispiness, broil the mushrooms for 1–2 minutes at the end of baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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