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Air fryer crab stuffed mushrooms topped with golden crispy breadcrumbs, arranged on a wooden serving board and garnished with fresh parsley.
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Air Fryer Crab Stuffed Mushrooms - Bite-Sized, Savory, and Fast

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time27 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 16–20 medium white button or cremini mushrooms, stems removed
  • 8 ounces lump or claw crab meat, drained and picked over for shells
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
  • 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs, plus extra for topping
  • 1 small shallot, very finely minced (or 2 tablespoons minced red onion)
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, plus 1/2 teaspoon zest
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (or seafood seasoning blend)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (plus more for garnish)
  • 1–2 tablespoons olive oil (for brushing mushrooms and misting tops)
  • Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  • Prep the mushrooms: Gently twist out the stems and wipe caps with a damp paper towel. Don’t rinse under running water—it can make them soggy. Lightly brush the outside of the caps with olive oil and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Preheat the air fryer: Set to 375°F (190°C) for 3–5 minutes so the basket is hot when you add the mushrooms.
  • Make the filling: In a bowl, mix cream cheese, mayonnaise, Parmesan, panko, shallot, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon, Old Bay, and parsley until smooth. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
  • Fold in the crab: Add the crab meat and gently fold to keep the chunks intact. The mixture should be thick but scoopable. If it’s too loose, add 1–2 tablespoons more panko.
  • Stuff the caps: Spoon the filling into each mushroom, mounding it slightly. Top with a sprinkle of panko and a light dusting of Parmesan. Mist or drizzle the tops with a little olive oil for extra browning.
  • Air fry in batches: Arrange stuffed mushrooms in a single layer in the basket. Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 8–11 minutes, until the tops are golden and the filling is heated through. The exact time depends on cap size and your air fryer model.
  • Finish and serve: Let them rest for 2 minutes so the filling sets. Garnish with parsley. Serve warm with lemon wedges.