Treat yourself to these mouthwatering seafood stuffed mushrooms, filled with succulent crab and shrimp! Perfect for appetizers or party bites, these mushrooms are baked or air fried to perfection with a savory blend of seafood, garlic, herbs, and a touch of cream cheese. Easy to make and sure to impress, they’re a delicious addition to any gathering.
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Key Ingredients
- Mushrooms
- Shrimp
- Crab
- Cream Cheese
- Parmesan
- Mozzarella
- Garlic
- Worcestershire sauce
- Old Bay Seasoning
What Type of Mushrooms to Use
- Button mushrooms: Small, round mushrooms with a mild flavor and a firm texture, which makes them a great base for a variety of fillings.
- Portobello mushrooms: Large, meaty mushrooms have a rich, earthy flavor and they have a large cavity, which makes them ideal for stuffing.
- Cremini mushrooms: These mushrooms are similar to button mushrooms, but have a slightly deeper flavor. They also have a firmer texture, which makes them a good option for stuffing.
- Shiitake mushrooms: These mushrooms have a distinctive, meaty flavor that pairs well with a variety of fillings.
What Type of Seafood to Use
I like to use crab and shrimp. Any seafood will work for this dish including lobster, crawfish, and cooked fish.
You can use imitation or real crab meat. Imitation crab is also known as surimi. It’s a seafood product that is made from ground pollock fish and mixed with starch, egg whites, and flavorings. The mixture is then shaped and dyed to have the same color as real crab meat.
For taste, wild-caught shrimp are generally considered to be the best option as they have a more flavorful and firmer texture compared to farm-raised shrimp. Wild-caught shrimp are shrimp that are caught in their natural habitat in the ocean or other bodies of water, as opposed to being farmed or raised in captivity.
I like large shrimp cut into 1 inch chunks.
What Type of Cheese to Use
I like a combination of Parmesan, cream cheese, and mozzarella. Any of your favorite cheese will work. Here are some options.
- Parmesan: Hard, salty, and perfect for flavor.
- Feta: Soft, crumbly cheese has a tangy flavor that can add a nice contrast to the rich filling.
- Cream cheese: This soft, spreadable cheese and helps hold the filling together and adds a creamy texture.
- Mozzarella: Perfect if you are looking for a great cheese pull.
How to Make Seafood Stuffed Mushrooms
Detailed measurements and full instructions can be found in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Cut the stem out of the mushroom to prepare it for stuffing. I first chop off the stem, and then make a circular cut around the area where the stem was. Continue to cut until you have removed excess mushroom.
- Combine the softened cream cheese, shrimp, crab, shredded cheese, Old Bay, salt, pepper, garlic, and Worcestershire sauce in a medium bowl. Stir to combine. I like to reserve some of the Parmesan for the mushroom topping at the end.
- Stuff the mushrooms with the cheese mixture.
- Bake or air fry.
How to Store Leftovers
Leftovers can be stored tightly covered and sealed for 3-4 days.
How to Reheat
You can reheat them in the microwave. You can also reheat them in the air fryer at 350 degrees until warm or in the oven at 350 degrees until warm.
Freezer Tips
You freeze them for up to 3 months tightly covered and sealed. Defrost in the fridge overnight.
Pair With These Recipes
Air Fryer Crab Rangoon
Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers
Chili Cheese Fries
Smoked Queso Dip
Creamy Crab Bisque
More Seafood Recipes
Crispy Catfish Nuggets
Shrimp Stir Fry with Noodles
Crab Risotto
Shrimp Spaghetti
Old Bay Steamed Shrimp
Seafood Stuffed Mushrooms with Shrimp and Crab
Ingredients
- 12 oz whole fresh mushrooms
- 4 oz shrimp Cooked and diced into 1 inch chunks.
- 2-3 oz jumbo lump crab meat You can use imitation crab if you prefer.
- 6 oz cream cheese Softened.
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan Reggiano cheese
- ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2-3 garlic cloves Minced
- 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut the stem out of the mushroom to prepare it for stuffing. I first chop off the stem, and then make a circular cut around the area where the stem was. Continue to cut until you have removed excess mushroom.
- Combine the softened cream cheese, shrimp, crab, shredded cheese, Old Bay, salt, pepper, garlic, and Worcestershire sauce in a medium bowl. Stir to combine. I like to reserve some of the Parmesan for the mushroom topping at the end.
- Stuff the mushrooms with the cheese mixture.
Bake/Oven Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Add the stuffed mushrooms.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cool before serving.
Air Fryer Instructions
- Place the mushrooms in the Air Fryer for 8-10 minutes at 370 degrees. Cook until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Allow the mushrooms to cool before serving.