Description
Succulent Italian stuffed artichoke hearts bring Mediterranean magic to your table with rich parmesan and herbed breadcrumb filling. Delicate petals cradle creamy cheese, offering a delightful experience that transports you straight to Sicily’s sun-drenched kitchens.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 can (14 ounces / 396 grams) or jar (12–16 ounces / 340–454 grams) artichoke hearts (drained and halved if large)
- ¾ cup Italian-style breadcrumbs (Panko for extra crunch)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried parsley)
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano (or Italian seasoning)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a slight kick)
Oils and Extras:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus extra for drizzling)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- Extra Parmesan
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
- Fresh basil or parsley (for color and freshness)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven, creating an optimal cooking environment at 375 degrees fahrenheit for transforming delicate artichoke hearts into a golden, savory dish.
- Carefully extract artichoke hearts from their packaging, gently removing any excess liquid by patting them thoroughly with clean paper towels to ensure crisp, concentrated flavor absorption.
- Select a suitable baking vessel and lightly coat its surface with culinary lubricant, preventing potential adherence during the roasting process.
- Position the artichoke hearts strategically within the prepared dish, arranging them with their inner cavities facing upward to maximize filling potential and even heat distribution.
- Prepare to layer complementary ingredients into the artichoke heart’s natural receptacle, creating a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that will elevate this classic mediterranean-inspired appetizer.
- Carefully distribute the selected filling mixture into each artichoke heart, ensuring an even and generous distribution that will provide a balanced taste experience in every bite.
- Transfer the meticulously prepared dish into the preheated oven, allowing the ingredients to meld and transform through the gentle, consistent heat of roasting.
- Monitor the cooking process, watching for a golden-brown surface and bubbling edges that signal the perfect moment of culinary completion.
Notes
- Gently squeeze artichoke hearts after draining to remove maximum liquid, ensuring a crisp texture when baked.
- Select high-quality jarred or canned artichoke hearts without added preservatives for the most authentic flavor profile.
- Opt for fresh herbs like basil or parsley instead of dried to enhance the brightness and depth of the stuffing mixture.
- Consider gluten-free breadcrumb alternatives such as almond meal or crushed gluten-free crackers for those with dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg