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Pomegranate seeds on top of chicken pesto stuffed mushrooms

Chicken Pesto Stuffed Mushrooms

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This simple and delicious Chicken Pesto Stuffed Mushroom recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8-10 white mushrooms
  • 1/4 cup pesto
  • 1/2 - 2/3 cup shredded cooked chicken breast
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp mayo
  • OPTIONAL - 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese (either freshly grated or dried)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.  Remove the mushroom stems from the mushrooms and chop the stems into small pieces.  Set the stem pieces to the side.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the chicken, mayo and pesto and set aside.  Add cheese if using.
  3. Heat a medium oven-proof skillet on medium-high heat
  4. Add the chopped mushroom stems and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add in the garlic and cook an additional 1 minute, stirring the entire time.
  6. Remove the skillet from the heat.  Stir the mushroom and garlic mixture into the chicken pesto mixture.  Add cheese if using.
  7. Carefully divide and stuff mushrooms.  Place skillet in the oven for 20-25 minutes, turning the oven to broil during the last 2-3 minutes or until the tops begin to brown.

Notes

  • See post for tips and substitutions
  • Author: Cat
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Whole30, Keto, Gluten Free, Dairy Free
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 mushroom
  • Calories: 63
  • Fat: 3.4 g
  • Carbohydrates: 1.9 g
  • Protein: 1.6 g
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