This air fryer shrimp recipe is seasoned with lemon and pepper for a flavorful quick and easy dinner idea!
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This air fried shrimp is an accidentally keto and low carb recipe that still packs on the flavor.
I compare it to grilled shrimp as it cooks fresh shrimp fast while getting that perfectly juicy shrimp every time.
There are plenty of ways to use this shrimp air fryer recipe and it works as a standalone main dish as well.
If you love seafood, you have to try cooking shrimp in the air fryer with this recipe!
How to Cook Shrimp in the Air Fryer
A full printable version of this recipe with ingredient measurements is available at the bottom of this post.
STEP ONE: Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees.
STEP TWO: Place the shrimp in a Ziplock bag with oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper and coat the shrimp.
STEP THREE: Arrange the raw shrimp in the air fryer basket or tray in a single layer, air frying shrimp for 7-9 minutes, turning them halfway through.
STEP FOUR: Remove shrimp from the air fryer and enjoy immediately.
TIPS For Cooking Shrimp In the Air Fryer
- Use a Ziploc bag instead of a bowl as raw shrimp can be very fragile
- Use medium raw shrimp that has been peeled, deveined, and tails kept on or trimmed off for this air fryer shrimp recipe
- Air fried shrimp is completely cooked when the shells turn pink and the shrimp is just slightly white, but still a little opaque
- Air fry shrimp in a single layer with the shrimp not touching for even cooking
- Use a silicone liner to help prevent sticking and ease clean up
How Long TO COok Shrimp in the Air Fryer
Small shrimp: Allow just 5 to 7 minutes for air frying shrimp on the smaller side.
Medium shrimp: This air fryer shrimp recipe calls for medium shrimp and takes 7 to 9 minutes to air fry.
Jumbo shrimp: Add an additional few minutes to cook larger shrimp. Jumbo shrimp or prawns typically cooks in 9 to 11 minutes.
ways to Use This Air Fryer Shrimp Recipe
- On top of pasta with hot buttered noodles
- As a delicious salad topping
- Use your favorite dipping sauce, such as tartar sauce or cocktail sauce
- With sauteed or air fryer vegetables for a stir fry
- In fajitas or tacos
- Make it a shrimp sandwich
- On a rice or grain bowl
Variations to Cooking Air Fryer Shrimp with No Breading
- Use Old Bay seasoning in place of lemon pepper seasoning
- Coat the shrimp with butter and garlic powder for a nice butter garlic sauce
- Add BBQ sauce to the shrimp in the last few minutes of cooking
- Add parmesan cheese to the marinade or sprinkle it on top for a nice new flavor profile
- Try cooking shrimp in the air fryer with the shell on using these same directions — but let the shrimp sit in the marinade for at least 20 minutes to help it get into the shell
- Use store-bought lemon pepper seasoning mixture in place of freshly juiced lemon and pepper
Recipes To Serve alongside Shrimp
- Air Fryer Carrots
- Air Fryer Asparagus
- Air Fryer Broccoli
- Air Fryer Hush Puppies
- Air Fryer Cornbread
- Quinoa Chickpea Salad
- Corn Casserole
How to Cook Frozen Shrimp in the Air Fryer
- Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees.
- Place the frozen raw shrimp in the air fryer and cook for 8-10 minutes shaking the basket halfway through.
- Remove the shrimp from the air fryer and enjoy!
If you are using frozen precooked shrimp, allow about 5 minutes for cooking as they just need to be heated since they are fully cooked.
You can check out my air fryer frozen shrimp recipe for a different flavor option too!
How To Reheat Shrimp in the Air Fryer
Store leftover shrimp in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees.
- Place the shrimp inside the air fryer and air fry shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes until they are warmed thoroughly.
- Remove the shrimp from the air fryer and enjoy!
More Air Fryer Shrimp Recipes
- Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
- Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp
- Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp
- Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos
- Air Fryer Shrimp Tempura
- Popcorn Shrimp in the Air Fryer
More Air Fryer Seafood Favorites
- Air Fryer Mahi Mahi
- Air Fryer Tuna Steaks
- Air Fryer Crab Cakes
- Air Fryer Cod
- Air Fryer Salmon
- More Air Fryer Fish Fillet Options
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Air Fryer Shrimp
Ingredients
- 1 pound medium raw shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees.
- Place the shrimp in a Ziploc bag with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Carefully combine all ingredients.
- Add parchment paper round (if using) and place the raw shrimp inside the air fryer in one layer.
- Cook for about 8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through. The shrimp are done when the shrimp turns bright pink but is still just slightly white, but still a little opaque.
- Remove the shrimp from the air fryer and enjoy!
do the calories per serving include the pasta? it seems high if it is only for .25 pounds/113 g of shrimp only
Hi A, great question! The calories can be dependent on a few things, so I always recommend calculating using your own products, but the count is higher on this recipe because of the use of olive oil. Since not all of the olive oil is used and is more used for coating the shrimp, the calories will be slightly lower than listed.
Hi, how do I cook if I have the air fryer with trays?
Hi Lisa, you would cook the recipe just the same, but place it on the tray instead of the basket. Any recipe that says to shake, just use a spatula to turn the food.
so the pasta has no sauce?
I used buttered noodles as a pairing, but that is an optional side with it.
This didn’t turn out good at all way to much oil hardly any seasoning I took it out of the oil and reseasoned it. I’m sure 1/4 cup of oil is plenty. I dumped at least that much out. The end result wasn’t very good at all. Sorry not a fan.
I’m really sorry to hear that your dish didn’t turn out as expected. Playing around with the oil and seasoning according to your taste can really change things up. If you give it another shot, I hope it works out better for you. Your feedback means a lot, and I appreciate your honesty.