Baked Chicken Stuffed Portabella Mushrooms

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I found this one on the net, and thought i would give it a try. after thoroughly enjoying this recipe, i decided to post it. what a great hearty, lunch/dinner... Or an appetizer.

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Steps

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Preheat oven to 350f.

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In a small bowl , combine marinara sauce and basil , blending well.

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Set aside.

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With a sharp knife , remove stems from mushrooms.

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Coarsely chop stems and set aside.

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Arrange mushrooms , rounded-side-down in a 12 x 8 x 2-inch baking dish and set aside.

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In a medium bowl , combine chicken , marinara / basil sauce , garlic , green onion , peppers , italian parsley , and italian herbs , if desired , mixing well.

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May add salt and pepper to taste , if desired.

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Press mixture onto mushrooms , dividing evenly and fitting each mushroom.

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Bake , loosely covered with aluminum foil , in a preheated moderate oven for 20 to 25 minutes.

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Uncover and sprinkle each mushroom with shredded mozzarella cheese or cheese of choice and continue baking , uncovered , for 6 to 7 minutes , or until cheese is melted.

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Sprinkle each lightly with parmesan or romano cheese , if desired , and continue baking for 6 to 8 minutes or until cheese becomes lightly browned.

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Ingredients

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marinara sauce, fresh basil leaf, portabella mushrooms, cooked chicken, garlic clove, green onion, green peppers, italian parsley, dried italian herb seasoning, salt, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, fresh basil