Super simple and super delicious, these Air Fryer Mushrooms are tossed in oil and garlic then cooked to perfection in the air fryer. An easy appetizer or side dish for any occasion!
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Mushrooms in the Air Fryer
These air fryer mushrooms are the perfect side dish to pair with steaks, chicken, burgers, or your favorite entree. They’re a great little appetizer too!
Whipped up in minutes using the air fryer, these flavorful baby portobello mushrooms come out with that perfect meaty, slightly spongy texture every time! They make for an easy vegetarian side dish or even an appetizer. Using the air fryer is a great way to free up your oven, perfect for parties and holiday feasts
Looking for more appetizers? Why not also try my Cheesy Artichoke Bruschetta and my Buffalo Cauliflower Wings.
Why You’ll Love this Air Fryer Mushroom Recipe:
- SAVORY: The mushrooms are perfectly seasoned then coated with oil and garlic for a savory hit.
- EASY: Only 5 ingredients needed, you can whip up a batch of these beauties in 10 mins.
- CROWD PLEASER: A great vegetarian side dish, plus it’s gluten free – perfect to please the whole crowd.
These crispy mushrooms are great as a side dish but awesome as an appetizer too! You can even serve these up for a healthier game-day snack.
How to Make Air Fryer Mushrooms
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- Halve the mushrooms then toss in the oil, garlic, and seasoning.
- Cook for 9-10 mins in the air fryer.
- Serve and enjoy!
This recipe is so quick and simple. Just a couple of steps and you’re done!
I used baby portobello mushrooms, but you can use any fresh mushrooms you like, such as white button mushrooms, brown mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, or cremini mushrooms.
The easiest way to clean mushrooms is to rinse them in a colander to wash away the dirt. Gently brush off any dirt, then pat the mushrooms dry.
Yes, you need to use either oil or melted butter. Otherwise, the mushrooms will be dry and unpleasant. For a lower calorie option, spray the mushrooms with cooking spray.
Serving Suggestions
These mushrooms work well with so many mains, especially steak and chicken. Here are some other faves:
- Baked Ranch Chicken with Bacon
- Parmesan Crusted Tilapia
- Sheet Pan Lemon Salmon
- Beef Tenderloin with Mushroom Sauce
These air fryer mushrooms serve up a hearty, healthy side dish that’s packed with garlic flavor!
Storage Instructions
Store cooked mushrooms in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Freezing Instructions
Freeze cooked mushrooms in a single layer on a baking sheet until solid, then transfer to an airtight container or Ziplock bag for up to 10 months. Reheat from frozen for best results.
Flavor Variations
This recipe is really just a base for great mushrooms. You can add any seasonings or marinades you like to these mushrooms, such as:
- Garlic Parmesan: Add ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese and an extra clove of garlic.
- Italian: Add 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning.
- Lemon Garlic: Add the juice of 1 lemon.
- Soy: Add 2 teaspoons of soy sauce.
- Worcestershire: Add 2 teaspoons of Worcestershire sauce.
Make It A Meal
These mushrooms are great as an appetizer, but also make a great side dish to any meal. Try them with air fryer chicken, air fryer shrimp, or air fryer pork chops for an easy weeknight meal.
More Vegetable Recipes We Love
- Crispy Cheesy Roasted Broccoli
- Baked Tomatoes with Mozzarella & Parmesan
- Air Fryer Corn on the Cob
- Vegetarian Lasagna
- Roasted Mushrooms
With just 5 ingredients you can rustle up a big batch of these delicious air fryer mushrooms! Have them as a healthy appetizer, side, or game day snack. It’s a dish that plays well with so many main dishes, perfect when you need a satisfying side, stat!
More Air Fried Side Dishes to Try:
- Air Fryer Potatoes
- Air Fryer Potato Wedges
- Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes
- Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers
- Air Fryer Tater Tots
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Air Fryer Mushrooms Recipe
Equipment
- Air Fryer (click for my favorite)
Ingredients
- 16 ounces baby portobello mushrooms
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Wash and dry the mushrooms. Preheat the air fryer to 390°F.16 ounces baby portobello mushrooms
- Chop the mushrooms in half.
- Transfer to a medium bowl and add remaining ingredients. Toss until well combined.1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Transfer to the air fryer basket. Cook for 9-10 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Remove from basket and transfer to a serving dish.
Becky’s Tips
- Quickly rinse the mushrooms. Avoid soaking them in water.
- Do not crowd the mushrooms in the air fryer, or else they won’t get crispy. Fry in 2 batches if necessary.
- Feel free to customize this recipe with your favorite seasonings.
- Serve as an appetizer or side dish.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Did you make this? Leave a comment!
Loved these mushrooms on the pizza. It’s just the two of us, so I didn’t make pizza dough from scratch, but used a frozen cheese pizza for the base. (Don’t judge, your lifestyle may change sometime!). I used really fresh, good baby Bella mushrooms and sliced them rather than cutting in half. I added Italian seasoning in addition to the other seasoning in the recipe. I did cook in two
batches and added mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Haven’t tried these yet as a side or with steaks, but believe they will be great.