Want dinner in a hurry? This air fryer shrimp recipe is simple to make, tasty, and can easily double as an appetizer or main dish. Perfect for busy weeknights!
Looking for a quick and delicious dinner option? This recipe is for you! The shrimp cook in the air fryer in less than 10 minutes and they come out juicy and tasty.
Plus, they’re a great source of protein yet virtually carb-free. Enjoy on their own as an appetizer or pair them with cauliflower mash for a keto-friendly meal!
Air Fryer Shrimp Ingredients
- Shrimp– for best results, use large (31/40) to jumbo (16/20) size for best results.
- Seasoning– I use lemon pepper, but feel free to swap with other spices such as salt, pepper, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, or Cajun seasoning.
- Cooking spray– lightly grease the inside of the air fryer rack to prevent the shrimp from sticking
Helpful tips
- If frozen, thaw the shrimp completely for even cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer and cook in batches as needed, arranging the shrimp in a single layer, to ensure circulation of hot air
- If you have time, marinate the shrimp to infuse more flavor. One of my favorites is Italian dressing!
- If you’re using some form of acid like lemon juice or red wine vinegar, do not marinate for too long as the acids will break down the protein and make the shrimp mushy.
How to serve and store
- Air fryer shrimp are delicious as an appetizer with a choice of dipping sauce or as a main dish with your favorite sides. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and crumbled Feta cheese if you like.
- Transfer leftovers in a covered container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
- Shrimp tend to turn tough and rubbery when overcooked so I usually enjoy the leftovers cold instead of reheating them. Toss them with salad greens to quickly add protein.
Air Fryer shrimp are quick and easy to make yet come out full of flavor. Plus, they're a good source of protein yet virtually carb-free. Perfect for keto-friendly meals!
Course: Appetizer, Main Entree
servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400 F.
- In a large bowl, combine the shrimp and lemon-pepper seasoning. Toss to fully coat.
- Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and arrange the shrimp in a single layer. Do not overcrowd the basket and cook in batches as needed.
- Place in the air fryer basket and cook for 6 to 8 minutes at 400 degrees or until shrimp are pink and cooked through. Flip the shrimp halfway through for even cooking.
- Remove from basket and serve hot.
Notes
- If frozen, thaw the shrimp completely for even cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer and cook in batches as needed, arranging the shrimp in a single layer, to ensure circulation of hot air
- If you have time, marinate the shrimp to infuse more flavor. One of my favorites is Italian dressing!
Nutrition Information
Calories: 117kcal, Carbohydrates: 1g, Protein: 23g, Fat: 2g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 286mg, Sodium: 881mg, Potassium: 111mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 8IU, Vitamin C: 5mg, Calcium: 171mg, Iron: 3mg
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