Air Fryer Shrimp
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Posted: 01/01/23
Updated: 04/07/23
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Perfectly seasoned Air Fryer Shrimp take less then 10 minutes for an easy, healthy dinner recipe full of flavor. Dinner doesn’t get much better than shrimp recipe made in your air fryer!
Air fried shrimp pair perfectly with rice on the side along with a veggie like broccoli or asparagus. It’s a light and delicious meal your family will love.
Easy Seasoned Shrimp in the Air Fryer
Delicious juicy shrimp are always a great dinner especially because they’re so easy to cook in the air fryer.
It’s so easy you can prep and cook this recipe in about 15 minutes! That’s called a weeknight winner in my book.
I love big shrimp for this recipe, but the nice thing is you can use any size you like – you just need to adjust the air frying time.
We love air fryer shrimp with rice or breadsticks along with a salad or other veggie on the side. If you’re looking for dinner inspiration, this shrimp recipe is a great one to try.
Or, they make a great appetizer, too, with some cocktail sauce on the side for dipping!
Ingredients for Shrimp in Air Fryer
- Large shrimp – They need to be peeled and deveined before you cook them. You can also leave the tails on or remove them.
- Olive oil – You only need a small amount to help the seasoning stick to the shrimp.
- Seasoning mix – I do a mixture of garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. It adds so much flavor!
- Lemon wedges – Place these on the platter when you serve them so everyone can add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice if they like.
- Chopped parsley – This garnish adds a pop of color and a fresh flavor!
Can you use frozen shrimp?
Yes, frozen shrimp work great – especially because you can buy them already peeled and deveined.
You will need to thaw them first which doesn’t take long. Follow the instructions on the package and then pat them dry with a paper towel before you season them.
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How to Cook Air Fryer Shrimp
Season: Mix the oil and all of the seasonings in a mixing bowl. Add the shrimp and toss to coat them evenly.
Air fry: Place the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook them at 400°F until they are opaque and pink.
Garnish! Place the shrimp on a serving plate, sprinkle the parsley over the top, and place lemon wedges around the edge of the plate.
Different Ways to Serve Shrimp
What I love best about this air fryer shrimp recipe is that there are several ways to serve the shrimp. Here are some ideas!
- Side Dishes: Serve them over rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted potatoes.
- Tacos: They make great tacos! Wrap them up in soft tortillas with you favorite toppings like salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and shredded cheese.
- Salad: Toss them in a salad with chopped veggies for a delicious lunch or light dinner!
- Appetizer: Grab some toothpicks and add some tarter sauce or cocktail sauce on the side to make these an easy party snack.
Tips for the Best Air Fried Shrimp!
- Whether you use fresh shrimp or frozen shrimp, be sure to pat them dry before you cook them. This will make it easier to get a light crust on the shrimp when they cook.
- If you use smaller shrimp, you will need to adjust the cooking time. The nice thing about an air fryer is that it’s easy to check on them while they cook. Once the shrimp are pink and a little curled up, they are done.
- Cook them in a single layer so they cook evenly – don’t pile them in the air fryer. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook them in batches.
- Store leftover seasoned shrimp in an airtight container. They will keep well in the refrigerator for three to four days.
How to Store Leftover Shrimp
If you have leftovers place the shrimp in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to three days.
How to reheat leftover Shrimp
To reheat leftover shrimp place back in the air fryer for a few minutes to warm them. Place them in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for a few minutes. They will dry out quickly so make sure to not overcook them.
You can also use a microwave and warm them for 30 seconds a time until warmed through.
We feel that the air fryer is the best option for reheating shrimp and gives the best texture to the shrimp.
Pick up the ingredients for this easy dinner this week! I bet if you check your pantry, you already have most of the spices on hand. Just pick up some shrimp and you’ll have a great dinner in no time. Enjoy!
More Air Fryer Recipes!
- Pork Tenderloin is so easy to cook in an air fryer! It comes out so juicy and tender.
- Another shrimp recipe I love is my air fried Hawaiian Shrimp – you’ll love how easy it is!
- Love a juicy burger? Try my Air Fryer Hamburgers the next time you get a craving!
- This Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Legs are tender, juicy and an easy and delicious dinner recipe!
- Tender, juicy meatballs that are made in your Air Fryer for a quick and easy dinner recipe!
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Air Fryer Shrimp
Tender, plum Air Fryer Shrimp is an easy dinner recipe ready in 15 minutes!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound large raw shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Lemon wedges for serving
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Pat shrimp dry with a paper towel and set aside.
- In a medium sized mixing bowl combine the olive oil and seasoning. Add shrimp to bowl and toss to coat.
- Arrange shrimp in the air fryer baskets or rack in a single layer, you may need to do this in two batches.
- Cook at 400 degrees F for 8 minutes or until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges on side if desired.
Tips
- Whether you use fresh shrimp or frozen shrimp, be sure to pat them dry before you cook them. This will make it easier to get a light crust on the shrimp when they cook.
- If you use smaller shrimp, you will need to adjust the cooking time. The nice thing about an air fryer is that it’s easy to check on them while they cook. Once the shrimp are pink and a little curled up, they are done.
- Cook them in a single layer so they cook evenly – don’t pile them in the air fryer. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook them in batches.
- Store leftover seasoned shrimp in an airtight container. They will keep well in the refrigerator for three to four days.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 117kcal (6%), Carbohydrates: 1g, Protein: 23g (46%), Fat: 3g (5%), Saturated Fat: 0.4g (3%), Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2g, Trans Fat: 0.01g, Cholesterol: 183mg (61%), Sodium: 426mg (19%), Potassium: 314mg (9%), Fiber: 0.3g (1%), Sugar: 0.1g, Vitamin A: 67IU (1%), Vitamin C: 0.1mg, Calcium: 79mg (8%), Iron: 1mg (6%)
Ed says
Did a modified version with slightly differing spices. Served on a bed of garlic butter linguini. Very nice.