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Stuffed Flank Steak cooked and cut on white plate with stuffing oozing out and basil on side. In the stuffing you get mushrooms, onions, and garlic sauteed together. Then they are mixed with fresh parsley and basil, then parmesan, and goat cheese! Roll it all up in Flank Steak and roast for an amazing dinner.

This is seriously one UNBELIEVABLE STUFFED FLANK STEAK! The steak in my recipe is so tender and oozing with flavor. Ready for it? Ok, here we go! First, you get mushrooms and onions sauteed together. Then they are mixed with garlic, fresh parsley and basil, then parmesan, and goat cheese!!! (Picture the cartoon character that levitates with eyes bulging in and out of his head with a horn screaming.) When you see all of this goodness rolled up in this flank steak, you can’t believe your eyes. When you smell it, it’s all you can do from sneaking into the oven to grab a bite. And when you taste it? Well, get ready to loosen your pants and make room for seconds, friends. It’s seriously amazing.

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In my family there is always the debate of Turkey vs. Beef Roast for Christmas Dinner. When I have hosted over the past several years, I have opted for Turkey. Thanksgiving is the only other time a year to cook a giant whole turkey, so it seemed like a festive thing to do at Christmas.

However, friends, I have changed my tune! I am a beef-for-Christmas convert! But, it needs to be over-the-top, super decadent Stuffed Flank Steak.

Here are some ideas of what else to serve with this amazing Stuffed Flank Steak:

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PREP-AHEAD TO MAKE YOUR STUFFED FLANK STEAK COOKING KIT

Make Stuffing

If whole, quarter or rough chop the mushrooms and add in batches to a mini food processor or all to a large processor. Pulse until rice or pea size.

Mushrooms blended in food processor before cooking and turning into stuffing. This Stuffed Flank Steak recipe is oozing with flavor! First, you get mushrooms, onions, and garlic sauteed together. Then they are mixed with fresh parsley and basil, then parmesan, and goat cheese! Roll it all up in Flank Steak and roast for an amazing dinner.

To a preheated large skillet, add the onions and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring so that they don’t burn.

Mushroom stuffing cooking in pan. This Stuffed Flank Steak recipe is oozing with flavor! First, you get mushrooms, onions, and garlic sauteed together. Then they are mixed with fresh parsley and basil, then parmesan, and goat cheese! Roll it all up in Flank Steak and roast for an amazing dinner.

Then add the mushrooms, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and cook down until all liquid that comes from the mushrooms cooks off and the mixture starts to turn a darker color. Remove from heat and let cool.

Once the mushroom mixture is cooled, add the garlic, parmesan cheese, parsley, basil, crumbled goat cheese, and egg whites. Mushrooms, parmesan, goat cheese, basil, parsley, garlic, and egg whites added to bowl for stuffing. This Stuffed Flank Steak recipe is oozing with flavor! First, you get mushrooms, onions, and garlic sauteed together. Then they are mixed with fresh parsley and basil, then parmesan, and goat cheese! Roll it all up in Flank Steak and roast for an amazing dinner.

Make Flank Steak

Lay the flank steak out flat and rub both sides of the meat with extra virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Raw flank steak with salt added to prep it for the Stuffed Flank Steak recipe. it is oozing with flavor! First, you get mushrooms, onions, and garlic sauteed together. Then they are mixed with fresh parsley and basil, then parmesan, and goat cheese! Roll it all up in Flank Steak and roast for an amazing dinner.

Next, spread the mushroom cheese stuffing over the steak in an even layer, but not covering the very end where you will start rolling.

Raw flank steak with Mushroom stuffing spread on top for the Stuffed Flank Steak recipe. it is oozing with flavor! First, you get mushrooms, onions, and garlic sauteed together. Then they are mixed with fresh parsley and basil, then parmesan, and goat cheese! Roll it all up in Flank Steak and roast for an amazing dinner.

Starting at the end without the stuffing, roll the flank steak over the stuffing as tight as possible without squeezing all of the filling out the sides.

Raw flank steak with Mushroom stuffing spread on top and hand starting to roll the steak from the right side. This Stuffed Flank Steak recipe is oozing with flavor! First, you get mushrooms, onions, and garlic sauteed together. Then they are mixed with fresh parsley and basil, then parmesan, and goat cheese! Roll it all up in Flank Steak and roast for an amazing dinner.

Continue rolling gently until completely rolled. Then using 3 pieces of cooking string, tie the flank steak roll tight, but not so tight that the stuffing squeezes out the sides. If any does come out, just push it back in.

Raw flank steak rolled and tied with Mushroom stuffing inside. This Stuffed Flank Steak recipe is oozing with flavor! First, you get mushrooms, onions, and garlic sauteed together. Then they are mixed with fresh parsley and basil, then parmesan, and goat cheese! Roll it all up in Flank Steak and roast for an amazing dinner.

Line a shallow baking sheet with aluminum foil and then transfer the flank steak to the pan.

COOK YOUR STUFFED FLANK STEAK

Place the flank steak on the center rack in the oven and turn the broiler on high for 10 minutes.

Stuffed Flank Steak in oven on center rack with broiler on. This Stuffed Flank Steak recipe is oozing with flavor! First, you get mushrooms, onions, and garlic sauteed together. Then they are mixed with fresh parsley and basil, then parmesan, and goat cheese! Roll it all up in Flank Steak and roast for an amazing dinner.

Then turn the oven to bake 350 F degrees and roast for 30 minutes. Finally after the 30 minutes is up, turn the oven down to 300 and roast for a final 10 minutes. (Total cooking time = 50 minutes for medium rare).

Remove the flank steak from the oven and wrap the aluminum foil around it to cover. Let sit for 10 minutes so the juices can settle back into the meat and it finishes cooking and stays nice and moist.

SLICE, SERVE & ENJOY!

😍 Carrie

Stuffed Flank Steak cooked and cut on white plate with stuffing oozing out and basil on side. In the stuffing you get mushrooms, onions, and garlic sauteed together. Then they are mixed with fresh parsley and basil, then parmesan, and goat cheese! Roll it all up in Flank Steak and roast for an amazing dinner.

Mushroom, Goat Cheese, & Basil Stuffed Flank Steak

This is no ordinary Stuffed Flank Steak, it is oozing with flavor! First, you get mushrooms, onions, and garlic sauteed together. Then they are mixed with fresh parsley and basil, then parmesan, and goat cheese! Roll it all up in Flank Steak and roast for an amazing dinner.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword beef roast, christmas dinner, Flank steak, goat cheese, mushrooms, steak, stuffed beef, stuffed flank steak

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 50 minutes

Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes

Servings 4 Servings

Author Carrie Tyler

Ingredients

1.5 lb Flank Steak Raised without antibiotics
Oven Safe Kitchen Twine

Stuffing

1 tbls Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/2 cup Onions, diced
8 oz White Button Mushrooms whole or sliced
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 tsp salt
1 tsp fresh ground pepper
1 egg, whites only
1/2 cup Italian parsley, chopped
10 leaves Fresh Basil
1/2 cup Parmesan, grated
4 oz Goat Cheese

Instructions

Make Stuffing

Rough chop the parsley and Basil. Finely dice the onion.
If whole, quarter or rough chop the mushrooms and add in batches to a mini food processor or all to a large processor. Pulse until rice or pea size.
To a preheated large skillet, add the onions and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring so that they don't burn.
Then add the mushrooms, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and cook down until all liquid that comes from the mushrooms cooks off and the mixture starts to turn a darker color. Remove from heat and let cool.
Once the mushroom mixture is cooled, add the garlic, parmesan cheese, parsley, basil, crumbled goat cheese, and egg white. Mix thoroughly.

Make Flank Steak

Lay the flank steak out flat and rub both sides of the meat with extra virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Next, spread the mushroom cheese stuffing over the steak in an even layer, but not covering the very end where you will start rolling.
Starting at the end without the stuffing, roll the flank steak over the stuffing as tight as possible without squeezing all of the filling out the sides.
Continue rolling gently until completely rolled. Then using 3 pieces of cooking string, tie the flank steak roll tight, but not so tight that the stuffing squeezes out the sides. If any does come out, just push it back in.
Line a shallow baking sheet with aluminum foil and then transfer the flank steak to the pan. Trim the string ties as needed.
Place the flank steak on the center rack in the oven and turn the broiler on high for 10 minutes. Then turn the oven to bake 350 F degrees and roast for 30 minutes. Finally after the 30 minutes is up, turn the oven down to 300 and roast for a final 10 minutes. (Total cooking time = 50 minutes for medium rare).
Remove the flank steak from the oven and wrap the aluminum foil around it to cover. Let sit for 10 minutes so the juices can settle back into the meat and it finishes cooking and stays nice and moist.
Slice, serve, and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

You can get about five 1-inch slices from the flank steak roll, which is about 4-5 servings.

Zucchini and Chicken Rice Skillet is a creamy and flavorful recipe filled with different textures. It's also incredibly easy to make as it all comes together in one skillet.

Zucchini and Chicken Rice Skillet is a creamy and flavorful recipe filled with different textures. It’s incredibly easy to make as it all comes together in one skillet. The dish has earthy mushrooms, aromatic onions and garlic, fresh and bright zucchini, hearty chicken, and rice. The cream sauce is light and creamy, but there is actually no heavy cream at all; instead almond milk, broth, parmesan, and corn starch create the perfect amount of creaminess. And it’s Gluten Free!

Zucchini, the perfect summer veggie!

I really love this Zucchini and Chicken Rice Skillet recipe for the summer because zucchini is super good for you (see below for benefits) and it’s in season, so it’s in abundance and the price is right! You can also buy from your local farmers market knowing that you are supporting local farms! Some other great ways to use zucchini are Parmesan Zucchini Chips, layer it into an Enchilada Casserole, roast it with Red Pepper & Corn and top with an Egg, add it to a Quinoa Crust (or any other) Pizza, make zucchini noodles or just grill it. So many options!

Zucchini and Chicken Rice Skillet is a creamy and flavorful recipe filled with different textures from the mushrooms, onion, zucchini, chicken, and rice. It's also incredibly easy to make as it all comes together in one skillet. Quick note! This post contains affiliate links, which means I earn a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you purchase from them. This commission is what helps me keep this blog afloat :). But, I also share these links because I have used the products, genuinely love them, and want you to know exactly what I used.

Zucchini is good for you!

I feel like Zucchini gets overlooked in the health department, but pay attention, because it is really good for you! Zucchini is low in calories, carbs and sugars, so it is a great option for Low-Carb eaters or those looking to cut back on calories. BUT, and here is the part many may not realize, it is high in essential nutrients like potassium, manganese, and antioxidants like vitamin C and vitamin A. So if you are looking to replace high calorie or carb ingredients in your meals, look no further, because Zucchini is your man – or woman! Several of the options I mention above are great for just that.

Almond Milk Side Note

This recipe uses Almond Milk. Are you a fan or a skeptic? I am a relatively recently converted FAN! I was worried about the taste having grown up on regular cow’s milk all my life. But, I can tell you I love the taste! Also, unsweetened almond milk is lower in calories than other milks, it is cholesterol free, free of saturated fat, and is naturally lactose free. Most brands supplement with calcium, so be sure to check labels for content. My daughter has been drinking it since she was 4yo and loves it and I converted about a year ago. I add it to cereal, smoothies, coffee, and recipes such as this one! For this recipe, be sure to buy the unsweetened plain/original almond milk as you do not want sweetened or flavored.

PREP-AHEAD TO MAKE YOUR ZUCCHINI AND CHICKEN RICE COOKING ‘KIT’

You are busy, so these are the steps you can do a day or two in advance to prepare food ahead! (See the recipe below for more details)

In terms of prepping ahead for this recipe, its just really getting the veggies ready…dicing the zucchini, dicing the onion, cleaning and slicing the mushrooms.
For the chicken, you can roast this ahead, but my TIP: buy already grilled chicken from the deli counter or a rotisserie chicken for super easy prep.

COOK YOUR MEAL:

Cooking this meal is simple because everything goes into ONE skillet in stages.
In the skillet, you will want to start with the mushrooms, onions, and garlic. These are the backdrop flavors for this dish and you want to get the flavors and aromas going early. The Zucchini is added as the last veggie and only cooks for a couple minutes before adding the sauce, so that it doesn’t turn to mush.
When coating the skillet with oil, I love using an Olive Oil Sprayer! You can coating a pan with oil using much less and getting an even distribution without having to brush it around. Store-bough aerosols contain chemicals and toxins, but this Sonica Organics Oil Sprayer sprays out exactly what you put into it, so you can feel good about what you are putting on your food. I absolutely love this sprayer!

Now comes the sauce, which includes broth, almond milk, and a gluten free thickener. Instead of making a roux with flour, I went the gluten free route here by making a slurry of corn starch and almond milk. For this recipe, be sure to buy the unsweetened plain/original almond milk as you will not be pleasantly surprised if you get sweet vanilla!

Note, just like any thickener you want to make sure you are stirring as it warms up so that when it starts to thicken it is even and not clumpy. You want to be able to see the pan when you scrape the liquid with a spoon.

After making the sauce, add the diced chicken, the parmesan cheese, the cooked rice, and some of the parsley to taste. Mix to combine.

Zucchini and Chicken Rice Skillet is a creamy and flavorful recipe filled with earthy mushrooms, aromatic onions, fresh and bright zucchini, hearty chicken, and rice. It's incredibly easy to make as it all comes together in one skillet. The cream sauce is light and creamy, but has no heavy cream at all. This is a summer recipe that's a gluten free, easy recipe, and a one pan meal!

Serve, garnish with fresh parsley,

That’s it! ENJOY!

😍 Carrie

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Zucchini and Chicken Rice Skillet

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes

Optional: make chicken ahead 20 minutes

Total Time 35 minutes

Servings 4 servings

Author Carrie Tyler

Ingredients

8 oz Cremini Mushrooms, sliced (white button are fine too)
1 Zucchini, Medium
1 Onion, Small (yellow or white)
1 Clove Garlic
1 Tbls Salt (to be added as a dash here and a dash there)
1 Tbls Fresh Ground Pepper to be added as a dash here and a dash there
3 tsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 cup White Long Grain Rice, uncooked
8 oz Chicken Breast TIP: Buy rotisserie or grilled chicken from the deli to save time!
1 cup Chicken Broth
1 cup Plain Unsweetened Almond Milk you can substitute regular milk
2 Tbls Corn Starch
1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
3 Tbls Italian Parsley, Chopped

Instructions

Prep Ahead

If your mushrooms aren’t already cleaned and sliced, wipe the dirt off with a paper towel and cut them into 1/4 inch slices. Store in fridge.
Dice the zucchini by cutting it in half lengthwise, then into quarters. Slice into 1/2 inch sliced triangles. Place in storage bag in fridge.
Dice the onion. Place in storage bag in fridge. Mince the garlic and store separately in fridge. Rough chop the parsley to get 3 Tbls. Place in storage bag in fridge.
Chicken: if you need to cook the chicken, then preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. (Note my tip in the ingredient list to buy rotisserie or grilled chicken from the Deli to save time).
Put the chicken breast on a baking sheet and rub with a drizzle of Extra Virgin Olive Oil and then lightly season with salt and pepper. Bake in the oven for 20 minutes or until internal temp reaches 165 degrees F.
When the chicken is done, dice it into bite-size pieces and store in the fridge until ready to cook the meal.
NOTE: you could cook the rice ahead of time and store in the fridge until ready to use. I would just reheat the rice prior to adding to the skillet on meal night as it gets added last and it will cool down the skillet if added cold..

Cook

Make the rice according to package instructions. NOTE: You could do this step in advance if you prefer to save more time.
Get a large skillet and preheat on high heat. Add 2 tsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil to coat the bottom and then add the sliced mushrooms with a dash of salt and fresh ground pepper. Spread the mushrooms into one layer and cook for 5 minutes to get a brown sear on the bottom. Then stir and cook for another 2-3 minutes until reduced in size by half. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Add another tsp of olive oil to the pan and then add the Onions to cook for 6-8 minutes until the onions are soft and translucent, stirring every few minutes so that the onions don't burn. Then add the Garlic to the onions and cook for another 1 minute.
Turn the heat back up to high heat and add the diced zucchini with a dash of salt and pepper. Cook just until you get a sear (just a few minutes), no further as you will be cooking the zucchini as you go and you don't want them to get mushy. Then add the mushrooms back to the pan with the zucchini and onions.
Measure out 1/4 cup of unsweetened almond milk and whisk in 2 tbls corn starch with a fork. When fully dissolved, add another 3/4 milk and mix. Set aside for now.
To the veggies in the skillet, add 1 cup of chicken broth. Then add the Milk and Corn Starch mixture and bring to a simmer in the skillet. You will see it start to thicken, so be sure to stir so that it thickens evenly and doesn't clump.
Add the diced chicken, the parmesan cheese, and some of the parsley to taste (save some for garnish). Mix to combine. Finally, mix in the rice. NOTE: If all of your rice does not fit into the skillet, you can place some of the rice into the servings bowls/plates and pour the Zucchini & Chicken Rice mixture on top.
Serve, garnish with fresh parsley, and ENJOY!