Red Lobster Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

Red Lobster Crab Stuffed Mushrooms: A Classic Appetizer with a Seafood Twist

Craving the flavors of Red Lobster without leaving your kitchen? These Crab Stuffed Mushrooms bring the iconic taste right to your table. Loaded with a savory seafood stuffing and topped with melted cheese, this appetizer is perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself. The tender mushroom caps provide the perfect vessel for the rich, crab-filled stuffing, while the cheesy topping takes this dish to the next level.

A Restaurant-Worthy Appetizer at Home

Recreating this Red Lobster favorite is surprisingly simple. The combination of fresh mushrooms, seasoned crabmeat, and a blend of vegetables and spices delivers a mouthwatering bite that’s just as good (if not better) than the restaurant version. Whether you’re making these for a holiday gathering or a casual dinner, these Crab Stuffed Mushrooms are bound to be a hit. Let’s get started!

• Preparation time: 20 minutes
• Cooking time: 15 minutes
• Serving: 4-6 people
• Equipment: Baking pan, skillet

Recipe Title: Red Lobster Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients:

• 1 lb fresh mushrooms
• 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons red bell pepper, finely chopped
• 1/2 lb crabmeat
• 2 cups oyster crackers, crushed
• 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, ground
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup water
• 6 slices white cheddar cheese

Directions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Wash the mushrooms and carefully remove the stems. Set the caps aside for later use, and finely chop half of the stems.
2. Sauté the Vegetables: In a skillet, sauté the chopped mushroom stems, celery, onion, and red bell pepper in a bit of butter over medium heat for about 2 minutes until they’re softened. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool in the refrigerator.
3. Make the Stuffing: Once cooled, combine the sautéed vegetables with the crabmeat, crushed oyster crackers, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, Old Bay Seasoning, black pepper, salt, egg, and water in a large bowl. Mix everything well to create the seafood stuffing.
4. Stuff the Mushrooms: Arrange the mushroom caps in a greased baking pan, with the stem side facing up. Fill each cap with a generous teaspoon of the stuffing mixture. Top each stuffed mushroom with a slice of white cheddar cheese.
5. Bake to Perfection: Place the baking pan in the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the tops are golden brown.

Ready to Serve

These Red Lobster Crab Stuffed Mushrooms are best enjoyed hot, straight from the oven. Their rich, cheesy filling pairs perfectly with the tender mushrooms, creating an appetizer that’s both satisfying and irresistible.