15+ Easy Portobello Mushroom Recipes

Updated January 28, 2020
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Looking for a way to use umami-rich portobello mushrooms? We've got you covered. From crowd-pleasing stuffed mushrooms (like these Grilled Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms or these Roasted Goat Cheese-Stuffed Portobellos) to flavorful pastas (this Mostly Mushroom Pasta is a favorite among our editors), you'll want to bookmark this collection of our best portobello mushroom recipes. 

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Grilled Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

Grilled Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms Recipe

If you're looking for an easy crowd-pleaser, grilled portobello mushrooms are the way to go. These giant portobello mushrooms are stuffed with some incredibly tasty ingredients like cheese, tomatoes, and fresh herbs, and are then grilled to absolute perfection.

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Roasted Goat Cheese-Stuffed Portobellos

Roasted Goat Cheese-Stuffed Portobellos Recipe

Serve with a mixture of sautéed sliced snap peas, radishes, and hot cooked brown rice. To make this a vegetarian main, simply skip the prosciutto.

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Portobello Fajitas

Portobello Fajitas Recipe

Portobello mushrooms and red onions make a hearty vegetarian fajita filling with satisfying, pungent flavors. If you can't find queso fresco, crumbled feta cheese is a good substitute.

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Chicken Pesto Grilled Portobello Mushrooms

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Chicken Pesto Grilled Portobello Mushrooms Recipe

Not only is this loaded fork-and-knife entrée easy and cheesy, it's customizable, too. Make it your own with any produce or herbs you already have in your fridge. If you have the time, you could make your own pesto. 

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Mostly Mushroom Pasta

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Mostly Mushroom Pasta Recipe

If you’re a mushroom-lover, this is the pasta dish for you. It’s chock-full of three kinds of fresh mushrooms (2 pounds of them) that contribute their own flavors and textures—meaty, hearty portobello; super savory, tender shiitake; and earthy, chewy cremini.

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Cabbage, Mushroom, and Bacon Pasta

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Cabbage, Mushroom, and Bacon Pasta Recipe

Finding time and energy during the busy weeknights to create a tasty and nutritious supper for your family is always a worry, which is why this recipe is ideal for an active family. Keep this recipe close by, for it is sure to become a family favorite.

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Rosemary-Crusted Pork with Mushrooms

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Rosemary-Crusted Pork with Mushrooms Recipe

Feeding a crowd this season? This recipe’s a cinch to double—simply brown the pork in batches, then proceed as directed. If you can’t find instant polenta, regular is fine; start cooking it before you prep the pork so it’s ready on time.

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Plant-Based Mushroom French Dip Sandwiches

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Plant-Based Mushroom French Dip Sandwiches Recipe

A sandwich-shop classic, the French dip delivers a whopping 1,400mg sodium, plus almost 9g sat fat. To create a healthier handheld without forfeiting its meaty character, we use toothsome mushrooms to mimic meat’s heft and enrich the sandwich with noteworthy umami.

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Mushroom Frittata

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Mushroom Frittata Recipe

A frittata is a baked, open-faced omelet with Mediterranean flair. This omelet features fresh mushrooms and arugula tossed over the top to invoke a savory and warm start to your day.

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One-Pan Portabella Mushroom Shepherd's Pie

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One-Pan Portabella Mushroom Shepherd's Pie Recipe

Leftover Thanksgiving mashed potatoes make it easy to whip up shepherd's pie on a weeknight. This vegetarian version is as hearty as the beefy original, thanks to meaty portabella mushrooms, but you could throw in leftover turkey if you want.

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Bacon Mushroom Melt

Bacon Mushroom Melt Recipe

This recipe is so easy and delicious, you'll never know that it's actually super healthy. If you're looking for a quick vegetarian meal, omit the pancetta.

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Panini With Sautéed Mushrooms and Gruyère

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Panini With Sautéed Mushrooms and Gruyère Recipe

A great option for a meatless meal, this grilled panini sandwich features sautéed mushrooms, roasted red peppers, and gruyére cheese.

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Skinny Burger On Mushroom "Roll" 

Skinny Burger On Mushroom "Roll"  Recipe

Keep hunger pangs away with this healthy and delicious dish. Cut back on carbs by tossing the traditional hamburger bun aside for a portobello mushroom.

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Mushroom and Arugula Pizza

Mushroom and Arugula Pizza Recipe

Mushrooms stand in for cured meat toppers, adding meaty, umami-rich flavor while shaving off sodium and saturated fat.

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Chicken-Mushroom-Sage Casserole

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Chicken-Mushroom-Sage Casserole Recipe

Let this dish stand a few minutes after baking so the rice will absorb the liquid, yielding a creamy texture.

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Slow-braised Beef Stew with Mushrooms

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Slow-braised Beef Stew with Mushrooms Recipe

Subtle Asian flavors like ginger, Chinese five spice, and soy sauce join short ribs and mushrooms in the slow cooker for an easy, fragrant beef stew. Serve this hearty, comforting beef dish over a bed of jasmine rice or mashed potatoes--you'll definitely want something to soak up the rich sauce. If you do not have port or cream sherry on hand, you can simply increase the amount of red wine by 1/2 cup as a substitute.

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Sauteed Mushrooms with Garlic

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Sauteed Mushrooms with Garlic Recipe

After just one bite, it's easy to get hooked on this flavorful, 5-ingredient, hummus topper. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve with toasty baked pita chips, if desired.

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