Air Fryer Mushrooms And Onions

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These Air Fryer Mushrooms and Onions are so tender and perfectly cooked! You’ll love the caramelized flavor of this easy, healthy side dish.

fork holding pieces of Air Fryer Mushrooms And Onions

Mushrooms and Onions In The Air Fryer

The air fryer is perfect for this type of recipe! The ingredients come out tender and cooked through, without all the oil of deep frying. And you can add any seasonings you like on vegetables. Or, for extra flavor, drizzle the finished dish with a complimentary sauce like ranch, herbed butter, or even hot sauce. Yum!

air fryer opened to show cooked Mushrooms And Onions

Want to make it a whole meal? Cook up some diced chicken, tofu, or ground beef in the air fryer. Top the cooked mushrooms and onions, and you’ll have a filling, complete meal in no time.

mushrooms and onions in the air fryer

Love side dishes made in the air fryer? We’ve got plenty! Try Air Fryer Pineapple, Fingerling Potatoes In Air Fryer, or Frozen Garlic Knots In Air Fryer. All are flavorful dishes that take just minutes to cook in the air fryer.

fork with bite of Air Fryer Mushrooms And Onions

How To Make Air Fryer Mushrooms and Onions

Start by prepping the ingredients. You can slice the mushrooms or buy them pre-sliced. Cut the onion into slices as well.

Add the mushroom and onion slices to a mixing bowl. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle in seasonings. Use a kitchen utensil to mix everything up and coat the mushrooms and onions evenly in the toppings.

seasoned, air fried mushrooms and onions

Open up the air fryer and add mushrooms and onions to the basket. Heat at 400 degrees for 14 minutes, pausing halfway through cooking time to pull the basket out and mix up the contents.

Once the cooking time is up, use a spatula to move mushrooms and onions to a serving dish or bowl. Enjoy them on their own as a healthy side dish or add protein for a complete meal.

fork in portion of Air Fryer Mushrooms And Onions

Cooking Tips

  • Use any kind of vegetable oil you prefer… or omit it entirely. It does add flavor to the final dish
  • Cook 1 large onion or 2 small onions
  • Choose any seasonings you love on mushrooms and onions. We kept it simple with salt, pepper, and garlic powder
  • Be sure to stir up the mushrooms and onions halfway through cooking time, to ensure even browning of ingredients

caramelized mushroom and onion slices in air fryer

Can You Air Fry Mushrooms and Onions At The Same Time?

Yes. As long as the ingredients are sliced, they will cook up in the same amount of time– about 14 minutes.

sliced mushrooms and onion in air fryer

What To Serve With Air Fryer Mushrooms and Onions

Top this side dish with some lean protein for a low-carb dinner! Check out Air Fryer Chicken Tenders (No Breading), Instant Pot Turkey Wings, or Air Fryer Turkey Breast Cutlets – Keto, No Breading.

hand holding air fryer basket with cooked mushroom and onion slices inside

Or add more veggies for a filling and flavorful healthy side dish! Pull out the air fryer and try adding Air Fryer Radishes, Seasoned Leeks, and Air Fryer Frozen Cauliflower Rice to the mushrooms and onions.

seasoned Air Fryer Mushrooms And Onions on a plate

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Air Fryer Mushrooms And Onions

These Air Fryer Mushrooms and Onions are so tender and perfectly cooked! You'll love the caramelized flavor of this easy, healthy side dish.
Prep Time3 minutes
Cook Time14 minutes
Total Time17 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Keyword: Air Fryer Mushrooms And Onions
Cooking Method: Air Fryer
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 56kcal

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Ingredients

  • 8 oz mushrooms sliced
  • 1 onion large (or 2 small), sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

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Instructions

  • Start by prepping the ingredients. You can slice the mushrooms or buy them pre-sliced. Cut the onion into slices as well.
  • Add the mushroom and onion slices to a mixing bowl. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle in seasonings. Use a kitchen utensil to mix everything up and coat the mushrooms and onions evenly in the toppings.
  • Open up the air fryer and add mushrooms and onions to the basket. Heat at 400 degrees for 14 minutes, pausing halfway through cooking time to pull the basket out and mix up the contents.
  • Once the cooking time is up, use a spatula to move mushrooms and onions to a serving dish or bowl.

Notes

  • Use any kind of vegetable oil you prefer... or omit it entirely. It does add flavor to the final dish
  • Cook 1 large onion or 2 small onions
  • Choose any seasonings you love on mushrooms and onions. We kept it simple with salt, pepper, and garlic powder
  • Be sure to stir up the mushrooms and onions halfway through cooking time, to ensure even browning of ingredients
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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 56kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 295mg | Potassium: 227mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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