Coq Au Vin Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe (2024)

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By: Rachel GurkPosted: 01/11/2016

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This aren’t your traditional stuffed mushrooms. This coq au vin stuffed mushrooms recipe has all the great flavors of coq au vin in one tasty bite.

Recipe Overview

Why you’ll love it: They are hearty enough to make a main course but they are perfect for appetizers, too.

How long it takes: 20 minutes to prep, 20 minutes to bake
Equipment you’ll need: skillet, baking pan
Servings: 6

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  • 1 Recipe Overview
  • 2 About this stuffed mushrooms Recipe
  • 3 More appetizer recipes
  • 4 Get the Recipe: Coq Au Vin Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe

When I was in high school, my family hosted a student from France for three summers. We also went to France and stayed with her family a few weeks. The memories will be with me forever and one of the things I remember most is, of course, the food! The food was amazing while we were in France but our exchange student also did some cooking for us while she stayed in our home. Crêpes, tarte Tatin, and coq au vin — oh, how I wish I could transport her into my kitchen right this moment to whip up some delicious food.

These coq au vin stuffed mushrooms are little flavor bombs. They’re rich without being overly rich. I like that these stuffed mushrooms are a little unique, too.

With a fancy name! “Coq au vin” literally means rooster in wine, in case anyone asks.

About this stuffed mushrooms Recipe

All the flavors of coq au vin! What is coq au vin? It’s a classic French recipe for braised chicken with red wine, mushrooms, and pancetta. These coq au vin stuffed mushrooms include bacon, shredded chicken, red wine, onion and fresh thyme.

Plus cheese! Cheese isn’t traditionally included in coq au vin but I’m a big fan of cheese. The cheese does a good job of holding everything together, too.

Serve as an appetizer or main course. Stuffed mushrooms make a great appetizer but you can also stuff a larger portobello mushroom for an entrée recipe, similar to these vegetarian stuffed portobellos or chicken Parmesan stuffed portobellos.

More appetizer recipes

I have some appetizer recipes that may become your new favorites. Be sure to check out my complete list of appetizers at RachelCooks.

  • Tomatoes and Ricotta Cheese Crostini
  • Spinach Dip
  • Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip
  • Herbed Feta Dip Recipe
  • Hot Caprese Dip Recipe
  • Zucchini Pizza Bites

Did you make this? Be sure to leave a review below and tag me @rachelcooksblog on Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest!

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Get the Recipe: Coq Au Vin Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe

5 from 2 votes

Prep Time: 20 minutes mins

Cook Time: 20 minutes mins

Total Time: 40 minutes mins

6 servings

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This isn’t your traditional stuffed mushrooms recipe – these mushrooms have all the great flavors of coq au vin in one tasty bite. It’s the perfect appetizer!

Ingredients

  • 20 ounces large white mushrooms (see note)
  • 4 slices bacon, chopped into 1 inch pieces
  • ½ cup finely diced onion
  • ¼ cup finely chopped carrots
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 clove garlic, finely minced
  • 1 cup very finely diced cooked chicken breast (see note)
  • ¼ cup dry red wine (such as cabernet Franc or pinot noir)
  • ¼ teaspoon finely minced fresh thyme (or ⅛ teaspoon dried thyme)
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella
  • 3 tablespoons panko bread crumbs

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray a shallow baking dish or rimmed baking sheet with nonstick spray or line with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

  • Remove stems from mushrooms. Chop stems finely and reserve. Place mushroom caps in a baking dish.

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon from pan and place on a paper towel-lined plate. Leave bacon grease in pan.

  • Add onions and carrots to the skillet, turning heat down if needed to keep onions from burning. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until onions are translucent and carrots are softening. Add chopped mushroom stems, pepper, garlic, and finely diced chicken. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until mushrooms are cooked.

  • Add red wine and increase heat to medium-high. Continue to cook and stir until nearly all of the liquid is gone. Remove from heat and stir in thyme.

  • Pour mixture into a bowl to cool slightly. Add cheese and cooked bacon and stir to combine.

  • Using a spoon, fill mushroom caps with this mixture – it’s okay if they overflow a little. Place the filled mushrooms in prepared baking pan. Sprinkle panko bread crumbs evenly over mushrooms.

  • Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Mushrooms:If you are making appetizers, buy large white mushrooms. You’ll need about 12 mushrooms for this recipe. For an entrée, use portobello mushrooms. You’ll need 4 large mushrooms. Remove the stems and scrape out the gills before stuffing portobellos.
  • Chicken: Leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken both work well. I like to make a big batch of Instant Pot shredded chicken and freeze it to use in recipe.
  • Make Ahead: Prepare the stuffed mushrooms and refrigerate them up to a day ahead. Add a few extra minutes to the baking time.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 2mushrooms, Calories: 149kcal, Carbohydrates: 9g, Protein: 15g, Fat: 5g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2g, Trans Fat: 0.01g, Cholesterol: 32mg, Sodium: 211mg, Potassium: 444mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 3g, Vitamin A: 966IU, Vitamin C: 4mg, Calcium: 70mg, Iron: 1mg

This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.

© Author: Rachel Gurk

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  1. Jenn @ Peas and Crayons says

    Holy COW these look fantastic! Thanks so much for the link love girly! Pinning!

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  2. denise says

    amazing idea!

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  3. Sues says

    Coq au vin in stuffed mushroom form? What an awesome idea!

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Coq Au Vin Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Why did Olive Garden stop serving stuffed mushrooms? ›

The Appetizer Was Removed From Menus

However, Olive Garden did wind up removing the cheesy stuffed mushrooms from the menu altogether. One Reddit thread shared speculation that the removal was due to a menu overhaul to simplify menus during COVID-19 lockdowns in 2020.

What can you use instead of mushrooms in coq au vin? ›

Mushrooms and bacon are traditional in this dish but if younare allergic to mushrooms then it can be made by omitting the mushrooms. Extra leeks are a good substitute and any extra sauce can be used for pasta, maybe with some extra cooked bacon.

Why are my stuffed mushrooms rubbery? ›

Whether you brush off the dirt with a damp towel or run them under cool water is up to you—the real issue is whether they've been sufficiently dried before they're prepared. Cooking damp mushrooms causes them to steam as the water evaporates. Steaming is what imparts a rubbery, chewy-in-the-bad-way texture.

What is the breadstick rule at Olive Garden? ›

Olive Garden does have a policy on breadsticks. Typically, a server is supposed to bring one stick per person plus one extra for the first basket. After that, the rule of thumb is one breadstick per person. Here are the sneaky menu tricks that influence your order.

Can you eat stuffed mushrooms the next day? ›

The short answer is yes, but according to Rach, it's crucial that some parts of the stuffed mushroom recipe are done the day you plan to serve them for the best tasting results. "I buy the mushrooms fresh that day, then partially bake them upside down so most of the liquid falls out.

Does Aldi sell stuffed mushrooms? ›

Nature's Pick Stuffed Mushrooms 220g | ALDI.

What temperature do you cook baked stuffed mushrooms at? ›

Bake at 350 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown. Allow to cool at least ten minutes before serving; the stuffed mushrooms taste better when not piping hot.

Can you eat stuffed mushroom cold? ›

These mushroom caps are stuffed with a simple slice of artichoke heart, topped with feta and drizzled with a olive-oil and herb mixture, punched up with a generous zesting of lemon. They are roasted, served hot, warm or cold, and hit all the marks of a perfect appetizer.

Do you remove mushroom gills for stuffed mushrooms? ›

Should you remove mushroom gills? Gills do not have to be removed from portobello mushrooms to eat them, but if you're planning to stuff them, the gills will be in your way.

What do the French eat with coq au vin? ›

The sauce is packed with flavor and begs for a starchy vehicle to soak it up. Classically, boiled or mashed potatoes are served with it, but I think spätzle, noodles, or a creamy potato gratin work better. In the old days, an old rooster was used.

Why does my coq au vin taste bitter? ›

If your Coq au Vin tastes bitter, it could be due to over-reducing the wine or burning the garlic. Ensure you're using good quality wine and adjust the cooking time and temperature accordingly to prevent bitterness.

What is the best wine to use for coq au vin? ›

So aim for a lively red wine with silky tannins and spicy hints, such as a full-bodied Beaujolais or a southern wine from Provence or Languedoc.

How do you store mushrooms so they don't get soggy? ›

Keeping them in the dry, cool fridge is the best way to prolong their life, along with avoiding water (aka washing them) until the last possible second. A paper bag or paper towel-lined zip-top plastic bag will absorb the moisture mushrooms naturally release, preventing them from getting slimy.

How do you reduce moisture in mushrooms? ›

Rinse your mushrooms!

Mushrooms—especially common mushrooms like white button and cremini—have a lot of moisture in them, and the dry-sauté cooking method is designed to pull that moisture out of the mushrooms, so a little extra moisture from a quick rinse is fine. It'll evaporate when you cook them.

Why are my stuffed mushrooms dry? ›

If the stuffing is too dry add a bit more stock (it should be very moist). Stuff the mushrooms well and save any remaining stuffing. Place the stuffed mushrooms into a large baking dish and pour in the remaining chicken stock. Sprinkle no more than a ½ cup of the remaining stuffing mixture into the stock.

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