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Air Fryer Garlic Butter Shrimp served with lemon wedges and parsley garnish

Air Fryer Garlic Butter Shrimp

Quick and easy air fryer garlic butter shrimp recipe ready in just 15 minutes! Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish is full of buttery, garlicky goodness with a hint of lemon.
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Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:8 minutes
Total Time:13 minutes
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: Air Fryer Garlic Butter Shrimp
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined (tail-on or off)
  • 3 tablespoons butter melted
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
  • Lemon wedges optional (for serving)

Instructions

  • Prep Your Shrimp:
  • Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry. Toss with olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Preheat Air Fryer:
  • Preheat to 370°F (185°C).
  • Cook the Shrimp:
  • Arrange shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 6–8 minutes, shaking halfway.
  • Prepare Garlic Butter Sauce:
  • In a small saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Add garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes. Stir in lemon juice.
  • Combine and Serve:
  • Toss cooked shrimp with garlic butter sauce, garnish with parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Don’t overcrowd the basket: For even cooking, keep shrimp in a single layer.
  • Fresh ingredients matter: Use fresh garlic and parsley for the best flavor.
  • Optional twist: Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick or use smoked paprika for a deeper flavor.
  • Double the sauce: Make extra sauce to drizzle over pasta, rice, or veggies.