Italian Stuffed Onions

Transform ordinary onions into a show-stopping dish with these savory Italian Stuffed Onions! This elegant recipe features tender yellow onions hollowed out and filled with a mouthwatering mixture of crispy pancetta, garlicky breadcrumbs, freshly grated Parmesan, and aromatic herbs like parsley and thyme. Baked to perfection with a flavorful broth, the onions become soft and caramelized, while the stuffing turns golden and crispy. Ideal as a side dish for your next dinner party or as a comforting weeknight entrée, these stuffed onions embody rustic Italian flavors in every bite. Ready in just over an hour, this recipe is sure to impress both your family and guests with its indulgent yet approachable charm.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large yellow onions
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 100 grams pancetta, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 100 grams breadcrumbs
• 60 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon thyme leaves
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 250 milliliters chicken or vegetable broth

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Peel the onions and trim the tops and bottoms slightly to create flat surfaces. Hollow out the centers using a melon baller or small knife, leaving a 1/2-inch thick outer layer. Reserve the onion centers for later use in the stuffing.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced pancetta and cook until browned and crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove the pancetta with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and reserved onion centers (chopped finely). Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 5

Add the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and mix in the cooked pancetta.

Step 6

Brush the outside of the hollowed onions with the remaining olive oil and place them in a baking dish. Stuff each onion with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing it down gently to fill them compactly.

Step 7

Pour the chicken or vegetable broth into the baking dish around the onions. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the onions are tender and the stuffing has a golden brown crust.

Step 9

Remove the dish from the oven and allow the onions to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1159.9 grams (1159.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1513

Total Fat 84.90g	109%
Saturated Fat 29.00g	145%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 130mg	43%
Sodium 6247mg	272%
Total Carbohydrate 140.30g	51%
Dietary Fiber 14.80g	53%
Total Sugars 35.00g
Protein 61.90g	124%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 914mg	70%
Iron 8mg	42%
Potassium 1290mg	27%

*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: 48.6%

Protein: 15.7%

Carbs: 35.7%