Description
These Cajun Shrimp-Stuffed Mushrooms with Cheese Pull are a savory and indulgent appetizer that’s perfect for entertaining. Juicy shrimp mixed with creamy cheeses and Cajun spices are packed into tender mushroom caps, creating a flavor explosion in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Stuffed Mushrooms:
- 20 large white mushrooms, stems removed and cleaned
- ½ lb raw shrimp, peeled, deveined, and finely chopped
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
- Sauté the shrimp: In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the chopped shrimp for 2–3 minutes until just pink. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Prepare the filling: In a bowl, combine cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, green onion, garlic, Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Fold in the cooked shrimp until evenly mixed.
- Stuff the mushrooms: Spoon the shrimp mixture into each mushroom cap, packing generously.
- Bake: Arrange the stuffed mushrooms on the baking sheet and bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the tops are golden and bubbly. Optional: broil for 1–2 minutes at the end for extra browning.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use cremini mushrooms for a heartier flavor.
- Add a dash of hot sauce to the filling for more heat.
- These are best served warm for maximum cheese pull effect.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed mushrooms
- Calories: 98
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 48mg
