Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering experience of Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Shrimp, a dish that perfectly balances the richness of garlic and cheese with the succulent texture of shrimp. This recipe is not only quick to make—ready in just 18 minutes—but also versatile enough to serve as an appetizer or a hearty main course over pasta or rice. With its healthier cooking method using an air fryer, you can enjoy crispy, golden shrimp without excess oil. Impress your guests at dinner parties or treat yourself to a gourmet meal at home with this easy-to-follow recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly coated.
- Add the Parmesan cheese and toss gently to ensure each shrimp is coated.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
- Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in the basket; cook in batches if necessary.
- Cook for 6-8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through until shrimp are cooked through and golden brown.
- Remove from the air fryer and transfer to a serving platter; garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 180mg