Avocado-Bacon Stuffed Portobellos

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Savory portobello mushrooms filled with crispy bacon and creamy avocado, baked to perfection with a hint of garlic. This american-inspired keto (low-carb) ready in about 35 minutes pairs Portobello mushroom caps, Smoked bacon, Avocado for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 285 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 4.4 (11 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 285 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Brush mushroom caps with 1 tbsp olive oil and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Cook chopped bacon in a skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes until crisp, then drain on paper towels. Reserve 1 tbsp bacon fat.
  3. Step 3: In a bowl, combine diced avocado, minced garlic, 1 tbsp reserved bacon fat, 1 tbsp olive oil, and chopped parsley. Mix until evenly coated.
  4. Step 4: Spoon avocado mixture into mushroom caps, pressing gently to fill. Bake for 18-20 minutes until mushrooms are tender and filling is heated through.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Avocado-Bacon Stuffed Portobellos take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Avocado-Bacon Stuffed Portobellos?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep portobello mushroom caps from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Avocado-Bacon Stuffed Portobellos?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Avocado-Bacon Stuffed Portobellos for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Avocado-Bacon Stuffed Portobellos low-carb?

Yes — this recipe is tagged low-carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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