Description
Crispy, juicy, and bursting with garlic-parmesan flavor, this air fryer shrimp recipe is a quick and delicious way to upgrade your seafood game. Perfect for busy weeknights, parties, or as a protein-packed snack — ready in just 15 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3–5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat evenly.
- Place the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd — cook in batches if needed.
- Air fry for 8 minutes, shaking halfway through, until shrimp are golden and cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Use fresh or thawed shrimp for best results.
- Adjust garlic and cheese to your taste preferences.
- Serve over salad, pasta, or rice for a full meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: air fryer shrimp, garlic parmesan shrimp, low carb seafood, easy shrimp recipe, crispy air fryer shrimp