These Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Shrimp are bursting with flavor and ready in no time! Juicy shrimp seasoned with garlic, Parmesan, and a touch of lemon pepper make the perfect appetizer, snack, or main dish. Serve them over pasta, in a salad, or with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer, Main Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 12 oz bag frozen shrimp (thawed, shelled, and deveined)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons lemon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/2 cup fresh shredded Parmigiana Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp:
Pat dry the thawed shrimp with a paper towel and place them in a medium bowl. - Season the Shrimp:
Add olive oil, lemon pepper, salt, garlic powder, minced garlic, and Parmesan cheese to the bowl. Mix well to coat all the shrimp evenly. - Air Fry the Shrimp:
Place the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Work in batches if necessary.- Set the air fryer to 360°F (180°C).
- Cook for 10 minutes, flipping the shrimp halfway through at the 5-minute mark.
- Serve:
Remove the shrimp from the air fryer. Serve immediately with your choice of cocktail sauce, over pasta, or in a salad.
Notes
- Ensure the shrimp are in a single layer for even cooking.
- Freshly grated Parmesan works best for optimal flavor.
- For added zest, serve with a lemon wedge on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ~3 oz (1/4 recipe)
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg