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Chicken Mozzarella Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms Recipe Delights

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These Chicken Mozzarella Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms are a comforting and delicious dish that combines juicy chicken with creamy mozzarella. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or an impressive appetizer!

Ingredients

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  • 4 large Portobello mushrooms (about 6 inches in diameter)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced into small cubes
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, adjust to taste)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 cup marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This ensures that your mushrooms will cook evenly and get a nice golden finish.
  2. Clean the Portobello mushrooms by gently wiping them with a damp paper towel. Remove the stems and scoop out the gills with a spoon. Set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the finely chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  4. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
  5. Stir in the diced chicken breasts, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is no longer pink and cooked through.
  6. Next, add the chopped spinach to the skillet. Cook until wilted, which should take about 2 minutes, and then remove from heat.
  7. Mix in the marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella, and grated Parmesan. The mixture should be creamy and gooey.
  8. Drizzle some olive oil over the prepared Portobello mushrooms and season with salt and pepper.
  9. Stuff each mushroom cap generously with the chicken and cheese mixture.
  10. Place the stuffed mushrooms on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the cheese is bubbling and golden.
  11. Once baked, remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Nutrition

Keywords: For the best flavor, consider marinating the diced chicken in Italian dressing for 30 minutes before cooking. You can substitute Portobello mushrooms with large cremini or shiitake mushrooms if needed.

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