Ingredients
- 1 pound mushrooms (white or cremini)
- 1/2 pound Italian sausage (or hot sausage, depending on your preference)
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onions
- 1 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for brushing the mushrooms)
You can also make some variations or substitutions:
- Use ground turkey or chicken sausage for a lighter option.
- Add chopped spinach or bell peppers for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Substitute cheddar or mozzarella for parmesan if preferred.
Instructions
1. Clean the mushrooms: Wipe the mushrooms with a damp cloth to remove dirt. Remove the stems and scoop out some of the inside to create space for the filling.
2. Prepare the sausage filling: In a small frying pan, cook the sausage over medium heat until browned and fully cooked. Break it into small pieces. Drain excess fat.
3. Mix the filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked sausage, cream cheese, parmesan cheese, garlic, onions, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
4. Stuff the mushrooms: Using a spoon or small scoop, fill each mushroom cap with the sausage mixture, packing it in tightly.
5. Preheat the air fryer: Set the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and let it preheat for 3 minutes.
6. Cook the stuffed mushrooms: Place the stuffed mushrooms in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Brush the tops with olive oil. Cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the tops are golden brown.
Notes
Keep an eye on the cooking time and temperature to avoid overcooking. Adjust the time slightly depending on the size of your mushrooms and air fryer model.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 mushrooms
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Air Fryer Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms