Air fryer shrimp are quick and easy, as well as healthy and delicious! Done in less than 10 minutes, these shrimp will be a dinner staple.
Making the perfect shrimp is easy with the air fryer. I like to serve these shrimp in low carb wraps, salads, or over vegetables! They are so versatile, and the seasoning can be changed to your liking. Done in less than 10 minutes, these Air Fryer Shrimp are great for busy weeknights.
Serve these shrimp alongside Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus, Air Fryer Roasted Carrots, or Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes for the perfect meal!
Not only are these shrimp so tasty, but they are also KETO, low carb, paleo, Mediterranean diet, and Whole30 friendly!
How to make the Perfect Air Fryer Shrimp:
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- Using defrosted, large shrimp- make sure they are deveined and I like to take the tails off (this is options). Place the shrimp in a bowl, then pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Add olive oil to the bowl as well as the seasonings, and toss to coat the shrimp evenly.
- Add the shrimp to the air fryer basket in a single layer to allow them to cook evenly.
- Set the air fryer to 400 degrees and cook for 6 minutes, shaking halfway through cooking.
- Remove immediately from the air fryer and serve with lemon wedges or in your favorite meal.
What seasoning blend to use on the shrimp:
I like to use the same popular seasoning blend that I use for my Air Fryer Chicken Wings, but you can also use a cajun seasoning, lime citrus marinade, or whatever your favorite seasoning blend might be.
What to serve with Air Fryer Shrimp:
- Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus (2 ingredients)
- Air Fryer Roasted Carrots (easy side dish)
- Instant Pot Salsa Rice
- Instant Pot Creamy Cajun Pasta
- Cheesy Cajun Pasta (One Pot)
- Sautéed Kale (easy healthy recipe)
- Southwestern Stuffed Zucchini Boats
Is shrimp healthy? YES! This recipe makes 4 servings and per serving has 163 calories, 5g fat, 0g carbohydrates and 28g protein. It is a protein packed low carb recipe option that is perfect for a healthy diet.
What type of Air Fryer should I use for this recipe?
There are many Air Fryers to choose from, but I love my PowerXL Vortex Air fryer! Here are some other great options:
- Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven, 6 Quart: 6-in-1, Broil, Roast, Dehydrate, Bake, Non-stick and Dishwasher-Safe Basket, Stainless Steel
- COSORI Air Fryer 5.8QT - Large Hot Electric Oven Oilless Cooker with 8 Quick Setting Recommendation
If you like shrimp as much as I do, checkout these other recipes:
- Bang Bang Shrimp Rice Bowls (Bonefish Grill copycat)
- Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp (with lightened sauce)
- Bang Bang Shrimp Quesadillas
- General Tso’s Shrimp (One Skillet)
- Fiesta Lime Shrimp
- 10 Minute Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry
Air fryer shrimp are quick and easy, as well as healthy and delicious! Done in less than 10 minutes, these shrimp will be a dinner staple.
- 1 lb peeled, deveined large shrimp defrosted and tails removed
- 1 TBS olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- sliced lemon, optional
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Place the shrimp in a bowl, then pat them dry with a paper towel. Add olive oil to the bowl as well as the seasonings, and toss to coat the shrimp evenly.
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Add the shrimp to the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook at 400 degrees for 6 minutes, shaking halfway through.
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Remove immediately from the air fryer and serve.
Nutritional information per servings (4 servings): 163 calories, 5g fat, 0g carbohydrates and 28g protein
Michelle
Quick, easy, and delicious! Seasoned with aromatic spices, sautéed the shrimp to perfection and added a hint of lemon.
Kristyn
Love quick & easy!! These shrimp are the perfect appetizer for any occasion!! They are a crowd-pleaser!
Beth
I love how easy this is to make! I cook shrimp in my air fryer all the time because it makes it almost fool-proof. I love the spices with these, too.
jess
who knew that you could make shrimp in the air fryer?! this is the best thing that I have ever done for my shrimp to put on my salads. Thank you so much for sharing this amazing recipe!
Erin | Dinners, Dishes and Dessert
Looks absolutely fantastic! I would love to make this!
Catalina
I love shrimp! And I can't wait to try to make them in the Air Fryer!
Sandra
I love easy recipes I could do using my air fryer! This is so perfect! Thanks so much for sharing!