32 Best Mushroom Recipes for Comforting Pastas, Sides, and Mains
We can't get enough of fungi around these parts!
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Fun fact: Mushrooms are one of Ree Drummond's favorite foods! "I lie awake at night, not contemplating the meaning of life or the fate of the universe, but just how many different ways I can stuff a mushroom cap," she says. That about sums it up! Stuffed mushrooms will always have a place at the table (you'll find plenty of them ahead), but the truth is, mushrooms can do so much more. They show up in hearty pasta dishes, lend savory flavor to chicken dinners, and even sneak into casseroles that taste like pure comfort.
Part of the fun is that mushrooms can play two very different roles. Sometimes they're the star, like in a portobello burger or a big tray of sizzling mushroom fajitas. Other times, they're in the background, making everything else taste better—whether it's a silky gravy, cozy soup, or even Ree's famous chicken spaghetti. They also happen to work with just about any cooking method you throw at them: sautéed, grilled, roasted, baked into casseroles, or even cooked in the Instant Pot when you're in a hurry.
And then there's the variety! Earthy creminis, delicate white buttons, meaty portobellos... every type brings something special. If you've always loved mushrooms, you'll be thrilled by all the options here. And if you've been on the fence, these mushroom recipes might just change your mind. At the very least, they'll prove mushrooms are the little fungi your weeknight dinners have been waiting for.
French Onion Soup Stuffed Mushrooms
Why choose between soup and snacks when you can have both? These little mushrooms taste exactly like a crock of French onion soup, only you can eat them with your fingers.
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Mushroom and Black Pepper Pasta
This simple dish proves mushrooms don’t need much to taste amazing. A little cracked black pepper and pasta is all it takes to let their earthy flavor shine.
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Chicken Stroganoff
There’s a reason stroganoff has stood the test of time—it’s cozy food through and through. In this version, tender chicken and mushrooms are smothered in a creamy sauce that begs to be spooned over noodles.
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Mushroom Fajitas
Mushrooms on a sizzling skillet? Don’t mind if we do! Load them into tortillas with peppers, cheese, and all the toppings you can pile on.
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Chicken Spaghetti
Ree’s famous casserole gets an extra boost from cream of mushroom mushroom hiding in the sauce. It’s a Drummond family favorite for a reason!
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Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
Portobellos are great because they're big and hearty enough to hold their own as a main dish. Fill them with cheesy goodness, pop them in the oven, and suddenly dinner feels special without much effort at all.
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Grilled Mushrooms
Grilled mushrooms might be the simplest recipe here, but don’t underestimate them. A quick trip over the flames turns them smoky and juicy, with a tenderness that works with anything from burgers to steaks.
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Mushroom Salad
This isn’t just a side salad you forget about halfway through dinner. Fresh mushrooms tossed with a tangy dressing taste bright, earthy, and surprisingly refreshing!
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Chicken Marsala
Thin, crispy chicken smothered in a buttery mushroom sauce is just about perfect. The only thing left to do is add a side of spaghetti for sopping up all that flavor.
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Crab-Stuffed Mushrooms
This recipe combines two retro classics—stuffed mushrooms and crab puffs. It'll be your go-to dish for entertaining.
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One Pot French Onion Pasta
If buttery caramelized onions wasn't enough flavor for you, this popular pasta also adds a pop of umami and richness from baby bella mushrooms, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and lots of melty cheese.
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Veggie Burgers
Mushrooms might not be distinctly noticeable here, but they're essential to making veggies burgers hearty and meaty (just like regular burgers!). There might not be beef, but it sure is good!
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Mushroom Gravy
Cooked mushrooms give this gravy a satisfyingly meaty flavor. It's perfect for serving with biscuits or mashed potatoes for those who are vegetarians (or just mushroom lovers!).
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French Onion Chicken Casserole
Just like French onion soup, this casserole recipe is savory, cheesy, and loaded with slices of bread that soak up all that flavor. The difference is that, here, you'll also find hearty rotisserie chicken and mushrooms.
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French Bread Pizza
Store-bought French bread makes it easier than ever to get dinner on the table! You can top your "pizza" with anything, but we love the idea of roasted mushrooms, pesto, and cheese!
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Portobello Mushroom Burgers
A marinade of soy sauce, balsamic, and garlic gives these already irresistible "burgers" unbeatable tang. Add herbed cheese, tomato, red onion, and sprouts for even more flavor!
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Crispy Brie-Stuffed Mushrooms
These mushrooms are topped with golden-brown panko, a sprinkle of parsley and a generous dose of melted butter. Serve as an appetizer or even a side dish.
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Quinoa and Mushroom Stuffed Acorn Squash
Use your favorite mushroom varieties for this genius dish, which is hearty enough to work as a main dish. A drizzle of maple butter is the necessary finishing touch here.
Cornbread-Bacon Dressing with Mushrooms
Who says you can only eat stuffing on Thanksgiving? You'll want to make this cornbread dressing each week for Sunday dinner—it's that good.
Homemade Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup
Use this soup in any recipes that call for the traditional canned version. It'll make your casseroles unbelievably delicious.
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