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Olive Garden Mushroom Delights

Irresistible Olive Garden Mushroom Delights You Can Make at Home

These Olive Garden Mushroom Delights are a delicious appetizer filled with a rich clam and cheese mixture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stuffing
  • 12 large Mushrooms Choose firm white button, cremini, or portobello
  • 1 16 oz can Minced Clams This key ingredient brings flavorful seafood taste
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onion Adds fresh flavor
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Infuses filling with savory goodness
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Salt Season to taste for extra kick
  • 1 cup Italian-style Breadcrumbs Opt for gluten-free if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Aromatic herb enhances flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter For filling
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter For drizzling on top
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutty and salty flavor
  • 1/2 cup Romano Cheese Adds tanginess
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Fresh for that perfect creamy melt
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Garnish for freshness
  • 1 lemon Lemon Wedges Served on the side to brighten the dish

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly oil a baking dish.
  2. Gently clean the large mushrooms with a damp cloth and stem them, keeping caps intact.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine minced clams, green onion, and minced garlic. Add garlic salt, oregano, and melted butter, mixing thoroughly.
  4. Add breadcrumbs and beaten egg to the mixture, including reserved clam juice if necessary.
  5. Fold in Parmesan, Romano, and mozzarella cheeses until evenly mixed.
  6. Stuff each mushroom cap with about 1½ teaspoons of the filling.
  7. Arrange stuffed mushrooms in the baking dish and drizzle with melted butter.
  8. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 35-40 minutes.
  9. Remove foil, sprinkle fresh mozzarella on top, and bake uncovered for an additional 5 minutes.
  10. Let cool slightly, garnish with parsley, and serve warm with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stuffed mushroomCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 10gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To freeze, arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet, cover and freeze, then transfer to an airtight container for up to 2 months.

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