Air Fryer Stouffer’s Mushroom Stroganoff Pasta

Air Fryer Stouffer’s Mushroom Stroganoff Pasta

Why You’ll Love It

Craving creamy, comforting pasta without waiting for your oven to preheat? Stouffer’s Mushroom Stroganoff delivers hearty egg noodles in a rich sour cream sauce with tender mushrooms and savory onions. Air frying gives you a hot, bubbly pasta bowl with slightly caramelized edges in under 25 minutes—perfect for a satisfying meatless meal.

Ingredients

• 1 frozen Stouffer’s Mushroom Stroganoff (single-serve bowl; do not thaw)

• Optional: pinch of parsley or cracked pepper for garnish

• Optional: shredded parmesan or crushed red pepper for topping

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat the Air Fryer

Preheat your air fryer to 360°F for 3–5 minutes. This helps the meal cook evenly from the start.

Prepare the Bowl

• Remove the frozen meal from the box, but keep it in the black plastic tray.

• Do not remove the plastic film.

• Use a fork to poke 2–3 small holes in the film to vent steam.

Air Fry

• Place the tray directly in the air fryer basket or tray.

• Air fry at 360°F for 22–25 minutes.

• After 15 minutes, carefully peel back film (watch for steam), stir, then re-cover loosely.

• Cook for the remaining 7–10 minutes until the pasta is hot and sauce is bubbling.

Check for Doneness

• Edges should be lightly browned or caramelized.

• Sauce should be thickened and steaming.

• Internal temp should reach 165°F for food safety.

• Let sit for 1–2 minutes before eating.

Pro Tips

• Stirring halfway through helps distribute heat and sauce evenly.

• Garnish with fresh parsley, cracked pepper, or parmesan for added flavor.

• For extra texture, air fry uncovered for the final 2–3 minutes.

Serving Ideas

• Serve with:

  • Garlic toast or crusty bread

  • Roasted asparagus or green beans

  • Small spinach salad with lemon vinaigrette

• Elevate it:

  • Add sautéed mushrooms or caramelized onions after cooking

  • Stir in a spoonful of sour cream for extra richness

Storage & Reheating

Storage

• Cover and refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days.

Reheating

• Air Fryer: 360°F for 5–6 minutes in the tray

• Microwave: 2–3 minutes, stirring halfway

• Oven: 375°F covered with foil for 12–15 minutes

FAQs

Can I cook this from frozen?

Yes, it is designed to be cooked directly from frozen—no need to thaw.

Is the tray safe in the air fryer?

Yes, the black plastic tray is air fryer-safe at 360°F, but don’t exceed that temperature.

Is this meal vegetarian?

Yes. It contains no meat and is a great vegetarian comfort food option.

Make Stouffer’s Mushroom Stroganoff Pasta in the air fryer for rich, creamy comfort food in under 25 minutes. Get full directions, pro tips, and serving ideas here.