Air Fryer Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Mushrooms

Air Fryer Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Mushrooms make for an amazing afternoon snack for the entire family. Stuffed with cream cheese, cheddar cheese, diced red and yellow bell peppers, and sliced jalapeno and topped with a simple breading of crackers and seasonings. They are amazing, and air fry up in less than 15 minutes.

If you are on a KETO-friendly or Low-Carb Diet, switch out the crackers on top for a carb-friendly option, and you have a great and easy dish. This makes an amazing appetizer or snack for any get-together, party, or event. And they are so simple to prepare in your air fryer.

If you are looking for even more Air Fryer Appetizer Recipes, some of my favorites are Air Fryer Garlic-Herb Roasted Chickpeas, Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Florets, and of course, Air Fryer Loaded Potato Skins!

Air Fryer Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Mushrooms

Today, I used a portobello mushroom to stuff it. Since they are on the larger size of mushrooms, you can stuff a lot of filling into the mushroom.

What Do I Need For Air Fryer Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Mushrooms

• Portobello Mushrooms
• Cream Cheese
• Sharp Cheddar Cheese
• Red and Yellow Bell Peppers
• Jalapenos
• Bacon
• Onion
• Crackers
• Eggs
• Milk
• Spices: Chili Lime Seasoning, Garlic Powder Minced Garlic, Salt

How To Make Air Fryer Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Mushrooms

Wash the mushrooms, pat dry, and remove stems. Set aside. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, chili lime seasoning, minced garlic, salt, and mix well. Stir in the bell and jalapeno peppers, bacon and onions, into the mixture.

Generously stuff the inside of the mushroom caps with the cream cheese mixture.

In a small to medium-sized bowl, combine the crushed crackers with the breading seasonings. Beat the eggs and milk in another small bowl. Drunk the mushrooms into the egg mixture, making sure that the mushrooms are covered in the breading.

Air Fry the breaded mushrooms for about 12 to 15 minutes at 320 degrees F, air fryer setting. Sprinkle with some fresh parsley right before serving (optional)

WHAT KIND OF MUSHROOMS DO YOU USE FOR STUFFED MUSHROOMS?

The most common mushrooms that are used for stuffed mushrooms are either portobello mushrooms or white button mushrooms.

They make for the best-stuffed mushroom since they have a natural space for stuffing. Both of them also lay flat, which is great for air frying since they will sit nicely in your basket.

WHAT ABOUT “STUFFING MUSHROOMS”?

At the grocery store, you sometimes run into a package that is labeled as Stuffing Mushrooms. If you have ever wondered about them, they are larger white mushrooms.

These make for an excellent stuffed mushroom, since the cap is larger, and you can stuff more filling into them.

HOW CAN YOU EASILY REMOVE THE STEMS OF MUSHROOMS FOR STUFFING?

While if you go into a fancy gourmet store, they sell mushroom cap removal tools. You really can use your hands. What I do, is grab the mushroom stem and pull. The other popular way to remove the cap is to twist it until it’s removed.

Once you remove the caps, you can save them and chop them into any dish. They do not freeze well, so try to use up within a week, otherwise, they will become mushy in the refrigerator.

HOW DO YOU CLEAN MUSHROOMS?

The best way to clean mushrooms is to use a wet paper towel or cloth. The trick is to rub the dirt off the mushroom. But not to add too much water, as a mushroom is a sponge and will absorb the water into the pores.

Never soak a mushroom in a bowl of water. Otherwise, they will become very rubbery when you air fry them up.

DO YOU COVER STUFFED MUSHROOMS WHEN AIR FRYING THEM?

The only reason that I ever cover them with aluminum foil is to melt the cheese on top. Since this recipe doesn’t have any cheese on top. I air-fried them without any foil.

How Do I Save Leftovers?

Any leftovers that you have should be place into an airtight container, and then place into the refrigeator.

They will last between 3 and 4 days. If you want to reheat them up, either use the microwave or the air fryer.

Does This Recipe Work Better As A Main Dish Or As An Appetizer?

These mushrooms are fantastic when served as the main dish, along with a garden salad or fruit salad. I usually serve these as a side dish, although they are quite large for a side dish or appetizer.

Portobellos are larger for an appetizer, but you could easily change this recipe and use smaller mushrooms for appetizers.

Pro Tips For Making Air Fryer Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Mushrooms

• This is a great recipe for a get-together, party, or event. Make a lot more than what you think people will eat because these are such flavorful people will eat a lot.
• If you want to add some more heat to these mushrooms, add some spices, my favorites would be chili spice or add some more diced jalapenos.
• For a crisper finish, lightly spray tops and the side of the mushrooms with cooking spray.
• Room temperature cream cheese does better at blending with the other ingredients.
• I used chopped parsley for a garnish, but you can easily substitute it out for chopped cilantro.

Some Other Great & Easy Air Fryer Appetizers–

• AIR FRYER LOADED POTATO SKINS
• AIR FRYER CHEESE STUFFED PORTOBELLO MUSHROOMS
• EASY AIR FRYER CHEESY HASSELBACK POTATOES
• AIR FRYER APPLE FRIES
• EASY AIR FRYER FROZEN PIZZA (PERSONAL SIZE)

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