Description
Tasty Italian Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms are an irresistible appetizer, perfect for any gathering, from dinner parties to game day celebrations. These bite-sized delights feature a savory filling made with chicken sausage, creamy cheeses, and fragrant herbs, all nestled in tender mushroom caps. With their rich flavors and satisfying textures, they are guaranteed to impress your guests while being easy to prepare ahead of time. Whether served on a platter or paired with dipping sauces, these stuffed mushrooms will quickly become a favorite at your gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 18 mushroom caps (stems removed)
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup finely diced onion
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 8 ounces mild chicken sausage (without casings)
- 4 ounces softened cream cheese
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley (reserve some for garnish)
- 1/3 cup panko crumbs
- Nonstick spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spray a baking sheet with nonstick spray and arrange the mushroom caps upside down.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and sauté the onion until translucent. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the chicken sausage to the skillet and cook until browned.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sausage mixture with cream cheese, parmesan, Monterey Jack, chopped parsley (reserve some for garnish), and panko crumbs. Mix well.
- Generously fill each mushroom cap with the stuffing and top with remaining panko crumbs.
- Drizzle the stuffed mushrooms with the remaining butter and bake for about 25 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 stuffed mushrooms (120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Choose fresh mushroom caps for better flavor. You can experiment with different types of cheese or add ingredients like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes to customize the stuffing.