If you need a fast dinner that feels fresh and light, this air fryer shrimp recipe is perfect. It cooks in under 10 minutes and comes out juicy with slightly crispy edges.
This is one of the easiest air fryer recipes you can make — perfect for weeknights or healthy meal prep.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Ready in 8 minutes
- High protein and low carb
- Perfect for tacos and bowls
- Minimal cleanup
- Light and healthy
Ingredients
- 1 pound raw shrimp (peeled & deveined)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: lemon juice
How to Make Air Fryer Shrimp
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
- Pat shrimp dry thoroughly.
- Toss with olive oil and seasoning.
- Arrange in single layer in basket.
- Cook 6–8 minutes.
- Shrimp should turn pink and opaque.
Do not overcook — shrimp cook fast.
Flavor Variations
- Cajun style
- Lemon garlic
- Honey lime
- Spicy chili
Serving Ideas
- Shrimp tacos
- Over rice bowls
- On Caesar salad
- In pasta
- With roasted vegetables
Storage
Best eaten fresh.
Can store up to 2 days. Reheat gently 1–2 minutes.