Italian Stuffed Artichokes

Delight your taste buds with these classic Italian Stuffed Artichokes, an elegant yet simple recipe that’s perfect for any occasion. Tender artichokes are transformed into a show-stopping dish as they’re filled with a savory mixture of Italian breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and garlic. Infused with hints of lemon and olive oil, each artichoke is steamed to perfection in a flavorful chicken or vegetable broth, ensuring every bite is moist and flavorful. This traditional Italian recipe is ideal as a side dish or appetizer, offering a comforting blend of textures and earthy Mediterranean flavors. Serve these golden, aromatic stuffed artichokes warm—with a drizzle of extra broth or a squeeze of fresh lemon—and watch them disappear from the table. Perfect for entertaining or elevating your weeknight dinner, these artichokes are a must-try for home cooks seeking authentic Italian flair.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 Large artichokes
• 1.5 cups Italian breadcrumbs
• 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 cup Chopped fresh parsley
• 3 cloves Minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.5 cup Olive oil
• 2 cups Chicken or vegetable broth

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the artichokes by trimming the stems so they sit upright. Remove the tough outer leaves and cut off the top inch of each artichoke to remove the sharp tips. Use scissors to trim the sharp tips off the remaining outer leaves.

Step 2

Spread the artichoke leaves gently apart to make room for the stuffing.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, parsley, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

Step 4

Drizzle the mixture with lemon juice and 1/4 cup of the olive oil. Stir until the mixture is slightly moist and holds together when pinched.

Step 5

Stuff each artichoke with the breadcrumb mixture, gently tucking it between the leaves until all artichokes are evenly filled.

Step 6

Place the stuffed artichokes in a large pot or Dutch oven, standing upright. Pour the chicken or vegetable broth into the pot around the artichokes.

Step 7

Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the tops of the stuffed artichokes.

Step 8

Cover the pot and cook over medium heat, steaming the artichokes in the broth, for 35-40 minutes or until the outer leaves pull away easily and the stuffing is golden.

Step 9

Serve warm with extra broth spooned over the top or a side of lemon wedges, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1591.6 grams (1591.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2907

Total Fat 157.30g	202%
Saturated Fat 40.20g	201%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.60g
Cholesterol 80mg	27%
Sodium 8667mg	377%
Total Carbohydrate 316.20g	115%
Dietary Fiber 42.30g	151%
Total Sugars 31.70g
Protein 90.50g	181%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1472mg	113%
Iron 21mg	119%
Potassium 2903mg	62%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.5%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 41.6%