4-Ingredient Chicken Pesto Stuffed Mushrooms - Keto, Whole30 and Paleo

These Pesto Chicken Stuffed Mushrooms are out of this world delicious.  Simple ingredients such as pesto, chicken, mayo, and a sprinkling of pomegranate seeds, make these such a festive treat.  Whole30, Paleo, Keto and Healthy!

Easy Stuffed Mushrooms

I saw mushrooms at Costco the other day and the thought of stuffed mushrooms popped into my head.

I realized that although I love stuffed mushrooms, I had not had any in quite a while due in part to my healthier style of eating.

Most stuffed mushrooms contain breadcrumbs and since being a gluten-free girl, breadcrumbs are not part of my food repertoire.

Was it possible to stuff mushrooms and have them hold together without bread possible?

ABSOLUTELY!

Easy, delicious, and only requiring a handful of ingredients, you can have healthy gluten-free stuffed mushrooms in about 20 minutes.

Ingredients For Chicken Pesto Stuffed Mushrooms

Large white mushrooms - make sure to clean and dry the mushrooms before using them

Chicken - you can use any leftover chicken breast or thigh meat. Also, rotisserie chicken also works great!

Pesto - You can make my Pesto which is vegan, Whole30 and Paleo or you can store-bought pesto.

Parmesan cheese - This ingredient is not necessary and is not Whole30, Paleo or Vegan. If you want, you can buy vegan, Whole30 and Paleo "parmesan"-like cheese at specialty grocery stores.

 

What kind of Pesto did I use?

I made my pesto following my Pesto Goat Cheese Gratin (Low Carb, Keto, GF) recipe.  If you don't want to make your own pesto, you can absolutely buy pesto.

My absolute favourite brand of storebought pesto is Rana Pesto.  You can find it in almost all grocery stores in the refrigeration section.

Why do I love it so much?

Not only is it delicious, but it also does not contain:

• any artificial flavours
• any artificial colours
• any powdered eggs
• any gums
• any hydrogenated fats
• has zero GMO ingredients

So, are you wondering why I make my own if this one is so delicious?  If I am strictly trying to follow a Paleo and Whole30 plan, the Rana pesto does contain Parmesan Cheese which is not an acceptable food.

 

How to Make Stuffed Mushrooms

• Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
• In a small bowl, combine the chicken, mayo and pesto and set aside.  Add cheese if using.
• Heat a medium cast-iron skillet on medium-high heat
• Add the chopped mushroom stems and cook for 2-3 minutes.
• Add in the garlic and cook an additional 1 minute, stirring the entire time.
• Stir the mushroom and garlic mixture into the chicken

• Divide mixture evenly among mushrooms and place in the oven for 20-25 minutes
• Turn the oven on broil for the last 2-3 minutes to help brown the top
• If liquid develops, use a paper towel to soak up the additional liquid
• Add pomegranate seeds for decorations (OPTIONAL)

 

What if I don't have an ovenproof skillet for these Chicken Pesto Stuffed Mushrooms?

Simply prepare the mushroom stems and garlic in a skillet.  Place the mushroom caps on a baking sheet and bake.  If using this method, I prefer to place the mushrooms on a cooling rack that I place over a baking sheet.  This allows for the moisture from the mushrooms to evaporate and avoid any pooling of liquid.

Do I have to use Pomegranate Seeds?

The pomegranate seeds are really just for decoration.  Although I love their sweetness, you can absolutely make these Chicken Pesto Stuffed Mushrooms without using pomegranate seeds.

 

Could I serve these mushrooms as a main meal?

Of course!

You could also follow the directions and use 4 portabello mushrooms instead.

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• Chorizo Shrimp Skewers
• Buffalo Chicken Wing Dip (Whole30, Paleo, Keto)
• Chorizo Shrimp Skewers
• Caramelized Onion and Strawberry Baked Brie (Keto, Gluten-Free)
• Sausage Apple Cheese Dip (Gluten-Free, Keto)

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