Thinking about cooking some mushrooms? Air fryer mushrooms are a good alternative to making them on the stovetop.
These mushrooms come out lightly crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside, and are so easy to make. They make a simple, flavorful side dish for grilled meats, breakfast, and lots of different meals.
Ingredients
- Mushrooms – Cremini or button mushrooms. You can also use other mushrooms, but the cook time may vary.
- Oil – We use avocado oil, but canola oil, vegetable oil, or sunflower oil also works.
- Garlic Powder – Adds extra flavor. You can also use granulated garlic.
- Paprika – For some extra flavor and color. If you like the taste, you can use smoked paprika.
- Salt – Enhances the overall flavor; adjust to taste.
- Black Pepper – Use freshly cracked pepper for the best taste.
Recipe Tips
- Clean the mushrooms with a dry or slightly damp paper towel to remove any dirt. Avoid rinsing them in water unless they are very dirty – they can absorb the water, which can change their flavor.
- Customize the spices to your taste. We like a simple blend of garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper, but you can modify this to suit your preferences.
- If you don’t feel like cooking a whole pound of mushrooms, you can easily cut this recipe in half.
If you love mushrooms, also check out our recipe for portobello mushrooms in the air fryer.
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Step-by-Step Instructions
First, clean the mushrooms with a paper towel to remove any dirt.
Then cut them into quarters (or halves for very small mushrooms).
Add the mushrooms to a bowl along with the oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss until the mushrooms are evenly coated in the oil and spices.
Preheat your air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit (195 degrees Celsius). When hot, place the mushrooms in the air fryer and spread them out.
There shouldn’t be too much overlap, but a little bit is okay since they will shrink quite a bit.
Cook the mushrooms in the air fryer for 11-12 minutes total, or until they are cooked to your liking. Shake the air fryer basket every 4 minutes so that the mushrooms cook evenly.
Since every air fryer is slightly different, your cook time can vary.
Remove the mushrooms from the air fryer and place them in a serving bowl. You can sprinkle them with chopped parsley or other herbs if desired. Enjoy!
Storage Tips
If you have any leftovers, you can place the mushrooms into a sealed container and keep them in the fridge. They’ll last for around 3-4 days.
Just keep in mind that they will likely get a little softer over time due to the moisture.
You can reheat these mushrooms in the microwave as a quick and easy way or in the air fryer. You could also pan-fry them in a bit of oil or butter!
What to Serve Air Fryer Mushrooms With
Air-fried mushrooms make a really nice, simple side dish that can be served with grilled meats (like steak or chicken).
They aren’t usually something you’d pile onto a plate (unless you really love mushrooms) – but a small serving can complement your main dish really well.
You can also use these mushrooms in a salad for a slightly different flavor or put them into your pasta sauce.
Related Recipes
For more vegetables in the air fryer, check out these other tasty recipes:
- Air Fryer Onions
- Air Fried Eggplant
- Bell Peppers in the Air Fryer
- Air Fryer Corn on the Cob
- Air Fried Cherry Tomatoes
Air Fryer Mushrooms
Ingredients
- 1 pound mushrooms, cremini or button
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, more to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Clean 1 pound mushrooms with a dry or slightly damp paper towel to remove any dirt. Trim the stems if needed, then cut the mushrooms into quarters (or halves if they are very small).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mushrooms with 1 tablespoon oil, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon paprika, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Toss until the mushrooms are evenly coated.
- Preheat your air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit (195 degrees Celsius).
- When it's hot, place the mushrooms in the air fryer basket in a single layer. There shouldn't be too much overlap, but a little bit is okay since they will shrink as they cook.
- Air fry the mushrooms at 380 degrees Fahrenheit (195 degrees Celsius) for 11-12 minutes, shaking the basket about every 4 minutes to help with even cooking. Since every air fryer is slightly different, your cook time can vary.
- Remove the mushrooms from the air fryer and place them in a bowl. You can sprinkle them with chopped parsley or other herbs if desired before serving.
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Notes
- You can also air fry other mushrooms, but the cooking time may vary slightly.
- Avoid rinsing the mushrooms in water unless necessary.
- Customize the seasoning to your taste. You can add smoked paprika or a dash of cayenne for a little kick.
- You can cut this recipe in half. In that case, the cook time might be slightly shorter since the air fryer will be less full.
Nutrition
This nutritional information has been estimated by an online nutrition calculator. It should only be seen as a rough calculation and not a replacement for professional dietary advice.
This recipe was first published in April 2021 and updated in January 2026.
