Air Fryer Garlic Butter Shrimp

Tender shrimp are coated in fragrant garlic butter and paprika, quickly air-fried, and finished with fresh lemon juice and parsley for an easy weeknight seafood dish.

Prep: 10 min · Cook: 6 min · Yield: 4 · Method: Air Fryer

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds large shrimp
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.75 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 medium lemon
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Cooking instructions

1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes. Pat the shrimp dry and remove the shells and vein if needed. (about 3 min) — 400°F
2. Melt the butter in a small microwave-safe bowl or saucepan. Stir in the minced garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper. (about 2 min)
3. Toss the shrimp with about three-quarters of the garlic butter until evenly coated. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in the air-fryer basket, working in batches if necessary. (about 2 min) — 400°F
4. Air fry for 3 minutes, then turn the shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes more, until opaque, curled, and they reach 145°F in the thickest part. (about 6 min) — 400°F
5. Transfer the shrimp to a serving dish. Toss with the reserved garlic butter, squeeze the lemon over the top, and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Serve immediately. (about 2 min)