Tender mushroom caps are generously filled with a flavorful basic stuffing, then baked until golden before being finished with a rich, buttery Marsala wine sauce.
The combination of earthy mushrooms, garlic, herbs, and the slightly sweet depth of Marsala creates an unforgettable bite.
This recipe has always been one of those dishes that feels fancy enough for holidays and dinner parties, yet simple enough to enjoy on a cozy weekend at home. Whether served as an elegant appetizer or paired with a salad for a light meal, these mushrooms disappear quickly every single time.
We love easy appetizers, especially around the holiday season or sporting home get-togethers. You may also like to try our Game Day Recipe Appetizers or 30 Favorite Appetizers and Side Dish Recipes.
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Why You Will Love This Stuffed Mushroom Recipe
- Perfect for holidays, date nights, and special occasions.
- Rich restaurant-style flavor with simple ingredients.
- Ready in under an hour.
- Great make-ahead appetizer for entertaining.
- Creamy, buttery filling with tender shrimp in every bite.
- The Marsala sauce adds incredible depth without overpowering other added ingredients like seafood.
- Naturally low in carbohydrates and perfect for smaller portions.
Recipe Variations
- Add chopped spinach to the shrimp filling.
- Sprinkle mozzarella on top before baking.
- Add crushed red pepper flakes for a little heat.
- Finish with fresh parsley and lemon zest for brightness.
- Stir in some crab and shrimp for a seafood combination.
- Use baby bella mushrooms for a richer mushroom flavor.
- Make it gluten-free by using gluten-free breadcrumbs.
Tips
- Cream cheese must be at room temperature
- Store these in airtight containers
- If using seafood, cut it into small pieces first
- Any meats used should be cooked ahead of time
- For non-alcoholic use, apple juice or chicken broth
- cool completely before cutting them
- Use a spoon or melon ball scoop to clean mushrooms
- Adjust the baking time for different pan usage
- 13 x 9 baking pan, brownie pans must be at least 3 inches high, so it doesn't overflow
- Spray parchment paper with cooking oil to avoid sticking
- To keep them warm, like a slow cooker with parchment paper, add the mushrooms to the top, place the cooker on warm
Optional Filling Combinations for Stuffed Mushrooms:
- Note: (for all recipes, mix the meats or seafoods with whipped cream cheese around 3 tablespoons; this will hold it together in the mushrooms. Also, use precooked meats and seafood.
- Philly Steak Stuffed Mushrooms: finely chopped cooked ribeye steak, sauteed onions chopped, provolone cheese
- Pepperoni Pizza Stuffed Mushrooms: finely chopped pepperoni, tomato sauce, and shredded mozzarella or provolone
- Chicken Parm Stuffed Mushrooms: cooked finely chopped diced breaded chicken, tomato sauce, and mozzarella cheese
- Crab Stuffed Mushrooms: crab meat, white wine, minced garlic, provolone
- Shrimp and Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms: baby shrimp or scallops chopped, white wine, chopped fresh spinach, minced garlic, and cream cheese
- Hawaiian Style Stuffed Mushrooms: chopped ham, pineapple, mixed with cream cheese and shredded cheddar
- Pepper Poppers Stuffed Mushrooms: jalapeno, cream cheese, white sharp shredded cheddar
- Italian Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms: cooked loose Italian sausage, finely chopped roasted peppers, chopped olives, mozzarella, minced garlic top with tomato sauce and panko breadcrumbs
- Lobster Lovers Stuffed Mushrooms: lobster chopped, jack cheese, minced garlic, chopped parsley, white wine, cream cheese, panko bread crumbs
- Chicken Marsala Stuffed Mushrooms: diced cooked chicken, marsala wine, provolone shredded, granulated garlic powder, breadcrumbs
- Reuben Stuffed Mushrooms: chopped deli corned beef, thousand island dressing, Swiss cheese, finely minced sauerkraut
- Vegetarian Stuffed Mushrooms: riced cauliflower, or finely minced broccoli, minced garlic, finely chopped spinach, sundried tomatoes, shredded mozzarella, romano cheese
- Southern Style Stuffed Mushrooms: ground breakfast-style cooked sausage of any kind, shredded Monterey cheese or cheddar, shredded hashbrowns, breadcrumbs
Cooking Methods
- Baking: preheat the oven to 400 degrees, place on a parchment-lined baking pan, add melted butter or olive oil with shredded cheese of choice on top for around 20 minutes
- Stovetop: Add 3 tablespoons of melted butter and 1/2 cup chicken broth or marsala wine. Place stuffed mushrooms on the stuffed side up, cover, and steam for 20 minutes. Add the cheese on top around 3 minutes before the mushrooms are cooked. If the liquid starts to evaporate, add wine, chicken broth or water.
- Air Fried: Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees. Add the mushrooms to a heat-proof dish, butter-flavored oil-sprayed dish ( or use butter), spray mushrooms with cooking spray, also add wine, and the seasoning you're going to use. Air Fry for 11 minutes. Add cheese and air fry for one more minute until cheese is melted.
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Stuffed Mushrooms Questions and Answers
- Can I make these ahead of time? Yes! Assemble the mushrooms several hours ahead, refrigerate, then bake just before serving.
- Can I use frozen shrimp? Absolutely. Thaw completely and pat dry before chopping if using.
- What type of Marsala wine should I use? Dry Marsala works best for savory dishes, while sweet Marsala creates a richer, slightly sweeter sauce.
- Can I make these without wine? Yes. Substitute chicken broth with a splash of balsamic vinegar and a teaspoon of brown sugar for a similar depth of flavor
Yield: 12
Stuffed Mushroom Marsala
These basic recipes for stuffed mushrooms are customizable with many alternative fillings. Our cream cheese and mushrooms baked with marsala wine make a delectable sauce.
Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 20 MinTotal time: 30 Min
Ingredients
- 1 pound of whole extra-large mushroom around 12 (double recipe if making more)
- Mushroom Note: (remove the stems and set aside)
- Make sure to wash them in hot water and scrub all the dirt off.
- 3 tablespoons softened cream cheese with 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning mixed
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup Italian flavored breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/4 cup Marsala wine
- Garnish Topping:
- shredded mozzarella cheese. or Italian blended cheese
- extra virgin olive oil for drizzling over the top of each mushroom or use all melted butter if desired
Instructions
- Clean the mushrooms (if you can wash all the dirt off, soak them in boiling water, then rinse and pat dry with paper towels. Scrape the inside of the mushrooms to get all the veins out with a small spoon.
- These can be made in a mini muffin tin, oil-sprayed, or on a deep oil-sprayed baking sheet.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Oil a pie plate or line with parchment paper.
- Add mushrooms to the pan.
- In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with olive oil, grated cheese, garlic, granulated garlic powder, salt, pepper, and a pinch of cayenne powder, which is optional.
- Stuffed each mushroom with the cream cheese and added Italian seasoning.
- Next, fill each mushroom with the breadcrumb mixture on top of the cream cheese.
- Mix the marsala and butter.
- Pour this marsala mixture on the bottom of the baking dish, not on top of the mushrooms.
- Add the pieces and stems in between the mushrooms.
- Drizzle with olive oil or butter and bake at 400 degrees for around 20 to 25 minutes or until the mushrooms are soft and the breadcrumbs are toasted.
- If topping with shredded cheese, do this the last 5 minutes, just until cheese melts of broil the top.
- See notes for alternative fillings
Notes
Optional Filling Combinations for Stuffed Mushrooms:
- Note: (for all recipes, mix the meats or seafoods with whipped cream cheese around 3 tablespoons; this will hold it together in the mushrooms. Also, use precooked meats and seafood.
- Philly Steak Stuffed Mushrooms: finely chopped cooked ribeye steak, sauteed onions, chopped provolone cheese
- Pepperoni Pizza Stuffed Mushrooms: finely chopped pepperoni, tomato sauce, and shredded mozzarella or provolone
- Chicken Parm Stuffed Mushrooms: cooked, finely chopped, diced breaded chicken, tomato sauce, and mozzarella cheese
- Crab Stuffed Mushrooms: crab meat, white wine, minced garlic, provolone
- Shrimp and Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms: baby shrimp or scallops chopped, white wine, chopped fresh spinach, minced garlic, and cream cheese
- Hawaiian Style Stuffed Mushrooms: chopped ham, pineapple, mixed with cream cheese and shredded cheddar
- Pepper Poppers Stuffed Mushrooms: jalapeno, cream cheese, white sharp shredded cheddar
- Italian Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms: cooked loose Italian sausage, finely chopped roasted peppers, chopped olives, mozzarella, minced garlic top with tomato sauce and panko breadcrumbs
- Lobster Lovers Stuffed Mushrooms: lobster chopped, jack cheese, minced garlic, chopped parsley, white wine, cream cheese, panko bread crumbs
- Chicken Marsala Stuffed Mushrooms: diced cooked chicken, marsala wine, provolone shredded, granulated garlic powder, breadcrumbs
- Reuben Stuffed Mushrooms: chopped deli corned beef, thousand island dressing, Swiss cheese, finely minced sauerkraut
- Vegetarian Stuffed Mushrooms: riced cauliflower, or finely minced broccoli, minced garlic, finely chopped spinach, sundried tomatoes, shredded mozzarella, romano cheese
- Southern Style Stuffed Mushrooms: ground breakfast-style cooked sausage of any kind, shredded Monterey cheese or cheddar, shredded hashbrowns, breadcrumbs
Stuffed Mushrooms Questions and Answers
- Can I make these ahead of time? Yes! Assemble the mushrooms several hours ahead, refrigerate, then bake just before serving.
- Can I use frozen shrimp? Absolutely. Thaw completely and pat dry before chopping if using.
- What type of Marsala wine should I use? Dry Marsala works best for savory dishes, while sweet Marsala creates a richer, slightly sweeter sauce.
- Can I make these without wine? Yes. Substitute chicken broth with a splash of balsamic vinegar and a teaspoon of brown sugar for a similar depth of flavor
Nutrition Facts
Calories
138Fat (grams)
10 gSat. Fat (grams)
3 gCarbs (grams)
6 gFiber (grams)
1 gNet carbs
6 gSugar (grams)
2 gProtein (grams)
3 gSodium (milligrams)
107 mgCholesterol (grams)
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Disclosure: This recipe was originally shared in 2010. It was edited and re-published in 2022.
