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Air fryer garlic butter shrimp served in a bowl with herbs and spices

Air Fryer Garlic Butter Shrimp

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A quick and flavorful garlic butter shrimp dish made conveniently in an air fryer, perfect for busy nights or special dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional) Add for extra flavor.
  • to taste salt and pepper
For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Use medium to large shrimp (21-30 count).
  • to taste fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss to ensure they are well coated. Let them marinate for about 10 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Place the marinated shrimp in the air fryer basket in a single layer; do not overcrowd.
  3. Cook the shrimp for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking.
  4. Once done, shrimp should be opaque and cooked through. If needed, add another minute or two.
Serving
  1. Remove the shrimp from the air fryer, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 24gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 600mg

Notes

For a lighter option, substitute butter with olive oil. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 3-4 minutes.

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