Easy Garlic Parmesan Air Fryer Shrimp (No Breading)
Make juicy, flavorful air fryer shrimp seasoned with garlic and Parmesan. This simple recipe cooks fast, perfect for a quick appetizer or light dinner.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 8 min
- Total Time: 13 min
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Seafood Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or frozen, thawed)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- If using frozen shrimp, thaw them completely and pat them very dry with paper towels.
- In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and oregano until evenly coated.
- Place the seasoned shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd the basket; cook in batches if necessary.
- Air fry at 380°F (195°C) for 6 to 8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time, until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Remove the shrimp from the air fryer. Immediately toss them with the grated Parmesan cheese until the cheese adheres.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Patting the shrimp very dry is key to achieving a crispy texture in the air fryer.
- For a low carb shrimp air fryer option, skip the Parmesan or use a Parmesan substitute.
- This recipe works well for meal prep; store cooled shrimp in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz
- Calories: 195
- Sugar: 0.5
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 5.5
- Saturated Fat: 2.5
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.0
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 33
- Cholesterol: 210