These air fryer crab stuffed mushrooms are filled with a mixture of canned crab, cheese, and seasoning, then topped with crispy bread crumbs. Cooked to perfection in the air fryer, these mushrooms are tender, juicy, and absolutely irresistible.
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Air-fried stuffed mushrooms are the perfect appetizer any time of year. Serve them alongside air fryer shrimp tempura, smoked jalapeno poppers, crispy air fryer chicken wings, smoked shrimp, and teriyaki pineapple meatballs!
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Why You'll Love Them
- Delicious: Real crab meat and a chilly filling make these stuffed mushrooms super delicious.
- Quick and Easy: Ready in half the time it takes to bake in the oven.
- Make-Ahead: Prep these mushrooms ahead and refrigerate until needed.
- Perfect for Entertaining: A favorite appetizer that disappears fast.
Air Fryer Stuffed Mushroom Ingredients
A complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the printable recipe card below.
- Mushrooms. You can use Baby Bella mushrooms, cremini mushrooms, or white button mushrooms. I used medium to large mushrooms so they would hold lots of filling.
- Panko bread crumbs. I used Panko bread crumbs, but you can use gluten-free bread crumbs or regular bread crumbs.
- Sharp cheddar cheese. Feel free to use different types of cheese, or try a combination of cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and Monterey Jack cheese.
- Crab meat. I used one can of real crab meat. Before using, remove the legs and cartilage pieces. You can also use chopped real crab or imitation crab.
- Cream cheese. I used regular-fat cream cheese, but light cream cheese would also work.
How To Make Air Fryer Stuffed Mushrooms
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Step 1
Clean mushrooms with a damp paper towel. Remove stems, chop finely, and set aside caps.
Step 2
Cook chopped stems and green onions in olive oil until translucent, about 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for one more minute.
Step 3
Combine the cooked onion and mushroom mixture with crab, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and seasonings.
Step 4
Fill each mushroom cap with the 1 tablespoon of mixture, pressing it down with the back of a spoon.
Step 5
Preheat your air fryer to 380°F. Combine melted butter and Pando in a small bowl. Press each stuffed mushroom, filling side down, into the breadcrumbs.
Step 6
Place mushrooms in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving space between them. Cook in batches if needed.
Step 7
Air fry the mushrooms for 10 minutes until the mushrooms are cooked through and the filling is golden brown and crispy on top.
Step 8
Serve immediately with your favorite condiments, such as marinara sauce or ranch dressing!
How to Store Air Fryer Stuffed Mushrooms
Store: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to three days. If layering in a container, separate each layer with parchment paper.
Freeze: Follow the recipe up to the point of cooking, but do not air fry the mushrooms. Place the stuffed mushrooms on a baking sheet in a single layer and freeze until solid. Transfer the frozen mushrooms to an airtight container or freezer bag. Freeze for up to 2 months.
Reheat: When ready to cook, do not thaw. Preheat your air fryer to 380°F and cook the frozen stuffed mushrooms for 12-15 minutes until they are heated through and golden brown on top.
Top Tips
Even Cooking: Cook similar-sized mushrooms together so they cook evenly. Larger mushrooms will take longer to cook.
Extra Crispy: For extra crispy mushrooms, spray them lightly with avocado oil before cooking.
Hot Filling: Cool the mushrooms slightly before serving so you don’t burn your mouth.
Recipe FAQs
Depending on the type of air fryer and the size of your mushrooms, cook them for around 10 minutes.
Yes, but they are best when served warm or hot. Keep them warm by covering them with aluminum foil, or in a warm oven or slow cooker.
Yes, rinse with cold water and dry quickly to avoid sliminess.
Yes, you can! Bake prepared mushrooms on a sheet pan in the oven at 375 degrees F for 20 minutes until golden brown.
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Printable Recipe
Air Fryer Stuffed Mushrooms With Crab
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 18 medium-size mushrooms cleaned, stems removed and reserved
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- 2 green onions finely chopped, about 2 tablespoons
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 4 ounces crab meat drained, leg meat and cartilage removed
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened at room temperature
- ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon seasoning salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper finely ground
- ⅓ cup Panko bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoon butter melted
Instructions
- Remove the stems from the mushrooms and chop them finely.
- Place a small skillet over medium heat with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the diced green onion and chopped mushroom stems. Saute until the onion is translucent, about 4 minutes. Add the diced garlic and cook for one more minute. Remove from heat.
- In a small bowl, mix together the cooked onion mixture, crab, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, seasoning salt, and black pepper. Stuff about 1 tablespoon of the mixture into each mushroom cap, lightly pressing down with the back of a spoon to fit as much stuffing as possible without overflowing. Try to use all of the stuffing.
- Preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees F.
- In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter and Panko bread crumbs. Press each stuffed mushroom, filling side down, into the bread crumbs.
- Place the mushrooms in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between the mushrooms for airflow. Cook in batches if needed. Air fry for 10 minutes at 380℉, until the mushrooms are cooked through and the filling is golden brown and crispy on top.
- Let cool for a minute or two before serving. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Use gluten-free bread crumbs instead of Panko for a gluten-free version.
- Swap crab meat for cooked, chopped shrimp or lobster.
- Omit the crab meat and add chopped artichokes for a vegetarian option.
- Add red pepper flakes or diced jalapenos to the filling to make them spicy.
Nutrition
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