Baked mushrooms stuffed with chicken and cheese

5 servings

60 minutes

Baked mushrooms stuffed with chicken and cheese are a true gastronomic delight from Russian cuisine. This dish combines the tenderness of chicken fillet, the creaminess of feta, and the spiciness of mozzarella, creating a rich flavor bouquet. Mushrooms serve as an ideal base; their natural juiciness makes the filling even more intense. The addition of sour cream and flour gives a velvety texture, while parsley and black pepper add subtle aromatic notes. Baked mushrooms are a versatile dish: they can be served as an appetizer at festive tables, an accompaniment to main courses, or a light dinner. Their appetizing appearance, gooey melted cheese, and rich taste make them indispensable in any collection of favorite recipes.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 290.8
• Proteins: 32.4g
• Fats: 17g
• Carbohydrates: 3.5g

Ingredients

• Chicken fillet: 500 g
• Feta cheese: 60 g
• Sour cream: 4 tbsp
• Wheat flour: 1 tbsp
• Parsley: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Salt: to taste
• Vegetable oil: 1 tbsp
• Champignons: 10 pc
• Mozzarella cheese: 120 g

Cooking steps

1. Wash and dry the mushrooms, trim and remove the stems with a sharp knife. Line a baking dish with parchment and place the caps with the openings facing up.

   Required ingredients:

   • Champignons: 10 pieces

2. Finely chop the chicken fillet. Heat a pan with 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat, add the chopped chicken, and fry for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vegetable oil: 1 tablespoon
   • Chicken fillet: 500 g

3. While the chicken is frying, finely chop the mushroom stems. Add the chopped mushrooms to the pan with the chicken and cook together for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

   Required ingredients:

   • Champignons: 10 pieces

4. Mix flour with sour cream. Reduce the heat and pour the sour cream into the pan. Add salt, season with ground black pepper, and stir. Simmer for another 8-10 minutes until the mixture thickens, then remove from heat to cool.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 1 tablespoon
   • Sour cream: 4 tablespoons
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

5. While the mixture cools, preheat the oven to 180 degrees.

6. Grate the feta and mix it with chicken and mushrooms. Add finely chopped parsley and stir.

   Required ingredients:

   • Feta cheese: 60 g
   • Parsley:  to taste

7. Using 2 tablespoons, evenly distribute the filling among the prepared mushroom caps. Sprinkle a little grated mozzarella on top of the filling.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mozzarella cheese: 120 g

8. Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes, then let the mushrooms cool slightly and serve.