Easy Air Fryer Shrimp Recipe

Juicy, garlicky shrimp cooked to perfection in the air fryer in just minutes. A fast, flavorful weeknight protein that’s perfect for salads, tacos, bowls, or dipping with lemon butter.

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 6

Total Time: 16

Servings: 4

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

▢ 1 lb large raw shrimp peeled and deveined, tails on or off
▢ 1 tbsp olive oil
▢ 1 tsp garlic powder
▢ 0.5 tsp paprika
▢ 0.5 tsp kosher salt
▢ 0.25 tsp black pepper
▢ 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes optional
▢ 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
▢ 1 lemon cut into wedges, for serving

Instructions

Preparation Steps

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes.
Pat the shrimp very dry with paper towels to help them crisp.
In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until evenly coated.
Arrange shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Work in batches if needed to avoid crowding.
Air fry at 400°F for 5 to 6 minutes, shaking the basket halfway, until shrimp are pink, opaque, and just cooked through.
Transfer to a plate, sprinkle with parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

For extra flavor, add 1 tsp Old Bay or a squeeze of lemon before cooking. Avoid overcooking—shrimp are done as soon as they curl and turn opaque. Leftovers keep up to 2 days in the fridge; reheat briefly in the air fryer at 350°F for 2 to 3 minutes.

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