Crispy Garlic Butter Air Fryer Shrimp
Make juicy, crispy shrimp quickly in your air fryer. This easy recipe uses garlic butter seasoning and cooks in under 15 minutes, perfect for a weeknight dinner or appetizer.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 8 min
- Total Time: 13 min
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or frozen and thawed)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1/2 lemon, cut into wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- If using frozen shrimp, thaw them completely and pat them very dry with paper towels. If using fresh shrimp, ensure they are peeled and deveined, then pat them very dry.
- In a medium bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix well.
- Add the dried shrimp to the bowl and toss until every piece is evenly coated with the garlic butter mixture.
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (195°C) for 3 minutes.
- Place the seasoned shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd; cook in batches if necessary to maintain crispiness.
- Air fry for 6 to 8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time. The shrimp are done when they turn pink and opaque.
- Remove the shrimp from the air fryer. Immediately toss them with the grated Parmesan cheese until coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.
Notes
- For the juiciest results, do not overcook the shrimp. Check them starting at 6 minutes.
- To cook frozen shrimp directly, increase the cook time by 3-5 minutes and cook at 380°F (195°C), shaking often until cooked through.
- This recipe is low carb and keto friendly when served without starchy sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 of recipe
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 550
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 32
- Cholesterol: 250