These Easy Air Fryer Shrimp are juicy, tender, flavorful, and ready in just minutes! With simple seasonings, a touch of garlic, and fresh lemon, this is one of the easiest ways to make delicious shrimp at home.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Removing excess moisture helps them cook beautifully in the air fryer.
- Season: Add the shrimp to a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
- Preheat the air fryer: Preheat to 400°F (200°C) for about 3 minutes if your air fryer requires preheating.
- Cook: Place the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 6–8 minutes, turning or shaking the basket halfway through.
- Finish: When the shrimp are pink, opaque, and cooked through, remove them from the air fryer. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and garnish with parsley.
- Serve: Serve immediately with lemon wedges and your favorite side dishes.
⏱️ Cooking Time
Temperature: 400°F / 200°C
Cooking time: 6–8 minutes
Servings: 4
Cooking time may vary depending on the size of the shrimp and your particular air fryer.
💡 Tips for Perfect Air Fryer Shrimp
- Don’t overcrowd the basket. Keep the shrimp in a single layer.
- Pat shrimp dry before seasoning for better browning.
- Large or jumbo shrimp work especially well.
- Shrimp cook very quickly, so keep an eye on them to prevent overcooking.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or Cajun seasoning for a spicy version.
- For a buttery finish, toss the hot shrimp with a little melted butter and fresh garlic.
🍋 What to Serve With Air Fryer Shrimp
These shrimp are delicious with rice, pasta, salad, roasted vegetables, garlic bread, tacos, or cauliflower rice. They’re also perfect served over a fresh salad for a quick and light meal.
⭐ Final Note
Easy, fast, and delicious! Air fryer shrimp are perfect for busy weeknights when you want a flavorful meal without spending much time in the kitchen.
