Chicken Stuffed Avocados with Mushrooms & Blue Cheese
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chicken Stuffed Avocados with Mushrooms & Blue Cheese, a dish that’s both elegant and easy to prepare. These stuffed avocados are perfect for dinner parties or cozy family meals, showcasing a perfect marriage of creamy avocado, savory chicken, and umami-rich mushrooms. The tangy blue cheese elevates this dish to gourmet status while providing a nutritious twist. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or enjoy a comforting meal at home, this recipe offers versatility and satisfaction.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (2 halves per serving) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 9 oz. button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 1/3 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
- 4 medium avocados
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup canned corn
- 1/4 cup blue cheese, crumbled
- 2 teaspoons lime juice
- Salt, pepper, and cajun seasoning to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté sliced mushrooms until soft (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add shredded chicken to the skillet with salt, pepper, and cajun seasoning. Stir well, then lower the heat and mix in heavy cream for an additional minute before removing from heat.
- Combine the chicken mixture with corn and chopped chives in a bowl.
- Halve avocados, remove pits, season with salt and pepper, and brush lime juice over them.
- Stuff each avocado half generously with the chicken mixture and top with crumbled blue cheese.
- Bake for about 5 minutes until heated through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed avocado half (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg