Air Fryer Shrimp (Juicy, Flavorful & Ready in 10 Minutes!)

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This air fryer shrimp recipe is juicy, seasoned just right, and cooks in under 10 minutes! Weather you’re making a weeknight dinner, tossing shrimp into tacos, or serving it over rice, this recipe delivers big flavor with minimal effort.

If you love quick air fryer proteins, you’ll also want to try my air fryer chicken breast for an easy weeknight staple or my air fryer salmon for another fast and flavorful seafood option.

Air fryer shrimp on a black air fryer tray.

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Why You Will Love This Recipe:

Quick and Easy - Ready in under 10 minutes.
Juicy and Flavorful - Perfectly seasoned and never rubbery.
Simple Ingredients - This air fryer shrimp is all about simple ingredients and big flavor.
Versatile - Great for meal prep, tacos, bowls, or salads.
Customizable - So easy to customize using different seasonings.

Shrimp on a bed of rice topped with fresh chopped parsley.

Q&A:

Can I use frozen shrimp?

This recipe was tested using thawed shrimp, so if your shrimp is frozen, be sure to thaw it first.

Do I need to devein shrimp?

To avoid a gritty texture or muddy taste, I recommend deveining the shrimp.

Can I cook shrimp with the tails on?

Yes, cooking shrimp with the tails on or off is okay and comes down to personal preference.

Equipment Needed:

Air Fryer

Ingredients (Full recipe located in recipe card below):

Air fryer shrimp recipe ingredients in various dishes on a white marble surface: raw jumbo shrimp, melted butter, smoked paprika, olive oil, onion powder, salt, ground black pepper, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.

Jumbo Shrimp - Raw, deveined, and peeled. Large shrimp stays juicy and cooks evenly in the air fryer.
Olive Oil - Helps the seasoning stick and keeps the shrimp tender.
Melted Butter - Adds an extra layer of flavor.
Salt and Pepper - Enhances all the flavors and binds everything together.
Onion Powder - Adds depth to balance the spices.
Garlic Powder - Brings a savory, bold flavor that pairs perfectly with shrimp.
Smoked Parika - Adds a subtle smoky flavor.
Italian Seasoning - Or use your favorite herb seasoning blend.
Red Pepper Flakes - For a little heat. You can add more if you want it spicier.

Instructions:

Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (or heat for 5 minutes if you don’t have a preheat option).

Black air fryer panel with a silver dial set to 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 6 minutes.

Pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel. Set aside.

Raw jumbo shrimp being patted dry with a paper towel in an off white bowl on a wood cutting board.

To a medium mixing bowl, add the olive oil, melted butter, salt, ground black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir until well blended.

Melted butter, olive oil, salt, ground black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes neatly placed in a silver mixing bowl.

Melted butter, olive oil, salt, ground black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes blended in a silver mixing bowl.

Add the shrimp to the bowl with the oil and seasoning mixture. Gently toss the shrimp until well coated.

Raw jumbo shrimp added to a silver mixing bowl with a melted butter and olive oil seasoning mixture.

Raw jumbo shrimp well coated in a melted butter and olive oil seasoning mixture in a silver mixing bowl.

Add the shrimp to the air fryer and cook for 5 to 7 minutes.

Seasoned raw jumbo shrimp added to a preheated black air fryer basket on a wood cutting board.

Fully cooked shrimp in a black air fryer basket on a wood cutting board.

Remove the shrimp from the air fryer and serve with your favorite side dishes.

Air fryer shrimp on a bed of rice topped with fresh chopped parsley in an off-white bowl being lifted in the air with hands.

How Long to Cook Shrimp in the Air Fryer

Jumbo Shrimp (recommended): 5 to 7 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
Large Shrimp 5 to 6 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
Medium Shrimp 4 to 5 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

*Cook times are approximate and vary depending on the air fryer you use and size and temperature of the shrimp that you cook.

*Shrimp cooks fast, so be sure to keep an eye on them. They are done when they turn pink and curl into a C shape.

What To Serve With Air Fryer Shrimp:

Shrimp on a bed of rice topped with fresh chopped parsley in an off-white bowl.

Recipe Variations And Substitutions:

Cajun Shrimp - Swap in my easy Cajun spice blend for spicy kick.
Lemon Pepper Shrimp - Season with lemon pepper seasoning.

Storage And Reheating Instructions:

Refrigerator - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat - Reheat in the air fryer at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 2 to 3 minutes until warmed throughout.