Air Fryer Shrimp
This Air Fryer Shrimp recipe is quick, juicy, and packed with garlic butter flavor. Ready in under 10 minutes and perfect for bowls, tacos, salads, or easy weeknight dinners.
Equipment
- air fryer
- mixing bowl
- tongs
- paper towels
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat shrimp dry with paper towels.
- Toss shrimp with olive oil and seasonings.
- Place shrimp in a single layer in the basket.
- Air fry 6–8 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Mix melted butter and lemon juice.
- Toss hot shrimp with garlic butter mixture.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Do not overcrowd the basket.
Shrimp cooks fast, avoid overcooking.
For spicy shrimp, use Cajun seasoning instead of paprika.
Shrimp cooks fast, avoid overcooking.
For spicy shrimp, use Cajun seasoning instead of paprika.
Nutrition
Calories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 23gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 190mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 260mgVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 2.6mg