Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large Button Mushrooms (or Chestnut mushrooms)
- 150g (approx. 5 oz) Ground Chicken breast
- 50g (about 1/4 cup) Cream Cheese, softened
- 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs
- 1 large Egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt and Black Pepper mix
- Olive Oil Cooking Spray
Instructions
- Step 1: Preparation. Gently clean the mushrooms and carefully remove the stems. In a medium bowl, thoroughly combine the ground chicken, softened cream cheese, garlic powder, and the salt and pepper mix until fully incorporated.
- Step 2: Stuffing and Pre-Dredge Setup. Generously spoon the chicken mixture into the cavity of each mushroom cap. Set up a breading station with the beaten egg in one shallow dish and the Panko breadcrumbs in a second dish.
- Step 3: Breading Process. Dip each stuffed mushroom first into the beaten egg, ensuring the stuffed side is fully coated. Allow any excess egg to drip off, then immediately transfer to the Panko breadcrumbs, pressing lightly to ensure the entire surface is covered with a crispy layer.
- Step 4: Air Fryer Setup. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Place the breaded mushrooms in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are in a single layer without touching. Lightly spray the tops of the mushrooms with olive oil cooking spray.
- Step 5: Cooking. Air fry for 10–12 minutes. At the halfway mark (after 5–6 minutes), gently flip the mushrooms. Continue cooking until the Panko is deeply golden brown and crispy, and the chicken filling is fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F/74°C).
Notes
- Store any cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; the crispness will diminish slightly, but the filling flavor remains excellent.
- To restore maximum crunch, reheat cooled mushrooms in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 3–5 minutes until piping hot, avoiding the microwave which will soften the breading.
- Serve immediately with a bright, tangy dipping sauce, such as a homemade garlic aioli or a balsamic glaze, to cut through the richness of the cream cheese filling.
- For the crispiest result, ensure you press the Panko firmly onto the stuffed mushrooms so the coating is thick and completely adhered, which acts as a protective shield during the air frying process.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 276
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8.0g
- Saturated Fat: 2.0g
- Trans Fat: 0.0g
- Protein: 2.0g