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Air Fryer Garlic Butter Mushrooms

Air Fryer Garlic Butter Mushrooms

These tender, flavorful mushrooms transform an ordinary weeknight dinner into something special—all while requiring minimal effort. The perfect combination of garlic, butter, and herbs creates an irresistible aroma that will have everyone asking for seconds.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 120 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound fresh mushrooms button, cremini, or baby bella
  • 3 tablespoons butter melted (substitute: olive oil for dairy-free option)
  • 4 cloves garlic minced (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves substitute: 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary finely chopped (substitute: ¼ teaspoon dried rosemary)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice adds brightness and balances flavors
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese optional

Instructions
 

  • Clean the mushrooms by gently wiping them with a damp paper towel or mushroom brush. For larger mushrooms, cut them into halves or quarters to ensure even cooking.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
  • Add the cleaned mushrooms to the garlic butter mixture and toss gently until each piece is thoroughly coated.
  • Place the mushrooms in your air fryer basket in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook in batches.
  • Set your air fryer to 380°F (193°C) and cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through. Look for golden edges and a slight shrinkage.
  • Once cooked, transfer the mushrooms to a serving bowl. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and sprinkle with chopped parsley and optional Parmesan cheese.

Notes

Avoid soaking mushrooms as they absorb water like sponges, which can prevent proper browning.
Uniformity is key—mushrooms of similar size will cook at the same rate.
Don't overcrowd the air fryer. This leads to steaming rather than roasting, which prevents the desirable caramelization.

Nutrition

Calories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 340mgPotassium: 420mgFiber: 1gIron: 6mg
Keyword Mushrooms, Air Fryer, Garlic Butter, Low Carb, Keto Friendly
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