Easy to make Garlic Parmesan Air Fryer Shrimp Recipe makes tender shrimp without all the grease! No muss, no fuss with crispy, delicious, and perfectly flavored in just minutes. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
This dish is lovely, and I think you'll really enjoy it. Next, be sure to try this Sheet Pan Shrimp Recipe next!
Why you'll love this recipe
I love shrimp! Baked, deep fried, sautéed, steamed. In pasta, topping a salad, or in a poor boy sandwich. And a shrimp cocktail? Don't even get me started!
That's why this recipe will rock your world! If you're a shrimp lover, you don't have to stand in line any longer for the best shrimp you've ever had.
Using the air fryer ensures they will be perfectly tender with a crispy outside and hands down the best flavor. It's super simple to make and so good!
Ingredients
Please refer to the recipe card at the bottom of this post for the exact measurements to make air fryer-fried shrimp.
- shrimp - purchase large shrimp or jumbo shrimp 16-20 count. You can use fresh shrimp or frozen shrimp that have been thawed. Smaller shrimp will work as well, but you'll need to reduce the cooking time.
- olive oil - helps crisp up the shrimp
- parmesan cheese - take an extra moment and grate the cheese. It will have better flavor than pre-shredded
- parsley - adds a wonderful freshness
- salt, pepper, garlic powder - to spice these perfect! Or if you'd prefer use Old Bay Seasoning or lemon garlic - both would be delicious!
Instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. For complete instructions, check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post!
Air Fryer Instructions
- If the raw shrimp is not peeled, peel the shrimp and pat dry.
- Mince parsley and grate the cheese, and place in a small bowl.
- Add to a bowl, and drizzle with olive oil.
- Toss everything together and place the shrimp in the air fryer basket. Roast in the fryer for 12 minutes
Oven roasted shrimp
No air fryer? No problem! Roast the shrimp in the oven instead.
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees,
- Follow the directions above for preparation. Spread the shrimp out on a baking sheet and roast for 10-12 minutes until just pink.
Having said that, I'm honestly head-over-heels about the air fryer. It's quick and easy, doesn't make a huge mess.
Equipment
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I use a Hamilton Beach Air Fryer. It's super simple and compact so it doesn't take up a lot of space on the countertop.
FAQ's
Shrimp are sold by size; the numbers mean how many shrimp add up equal a pound. I purchased jumbo shrimp for this recipe, 16-20 count shrimp. It's what I recommend for this recipe.
Jumbo peeled shrimp will take 12 minutes in the air fryer.
You can, but I recommend allowing the shrimp to thaw to you can incorporate all the flavors of the garlic parmesan - yum!!
Top Tip
If you aren't familiar with an Air Fryer, it is a small, compact convection oven that circulates hot air around a basket that holds your food. It's an easy-to-use countertop appliance. It produces crispy food quickly with less fat than a deep fryer!
- Purchasing fresh peeled and deveined shrimp will make this meal quick and easy.
- Tails on/tails off? That's up to you! There's no difference in flavor. If you're serving this as an appetizer, tails on would make it easier to eat (finger food!) and more visually appealing.
- Fresh wild-caught shrimp taste best, but frozen shrimp is also great.
Serving suggestions
- This is great appetizer served with Shrimp Cocktail Sauce.
- We enjoyed the crispy fried shrimp for dinner with vegetables and rice; what a perfect meal!
- Bow Tie Pasta Salad, Macaroni Pasta Salad or Mexican Cole Slaw would all be great served with the air fryer shrimp recipe. Yum!
Related recipes
- Grilled Shrimp Tacos Recipe that is super yummy. Scampi that takes just minutes to make, and this amazing recipe for Panda Express Walnut Shrimp - YUM!
- Ditch the grill and make Air Fryer Hamburgers.
- You can find all of my shrimp recipes here!
- For great appetizers, these Asian Pork Meatballs are so simple and good!
- Air Fryer Baked Potatoes - this easy recipe is a must-make!
- These yummy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pinwheels are yummy make-ahead bites!
- Air Fryer Salmon - ridiculously good, perfectly cooked every time!
Love your air fryer? Be sure to make this recipe for Air Fryer Garlic Bread, it will go great with this shrimp!
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Roasted Shrimp
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper fresh ground is best
- 2 tablespoon parmesan cheese freshly grated
- 2 tablespoon fresh parsley minced
Instructions
- Peel and devein the shrimp. Rinse and pat dry. Add to a large bowl.
- Mince the parsley, finely grate the parmesan cheese.
- Drizzle the shrimp with olive oil. Add the seasonings, gently toss to combine
- Spray the basket with non-stick cooking spray. Add the shrimp in a single layer and roast for 12 minutes at 350
Notes
- Purchasing fresh peeled and deveined shrimp will make this meal quick and easy.
- Tails on/tails off? it's really up to you! There's no difference in flavor. If you're serving this as an appetizer, tails on would make it easier to eat (finger food!) and more visually appealing.
- Fresh wild caught shrimp will be more flavorful but if you're like us here in Fresno, previously frozen is our only choice and these still are delicious!
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Nutrition
Recipe backstory
The other day a big box arrived at the door. I opened it up and was excited to get an air fryer from Hamilton Beach! I took it out and proudly set it on the counter and pointed it out to Dan. He looked at it and said:
Luke... I am your Fryer!
Yup! I could see the resemblance, this does look a little like Darth Vader!
That Dan, he's a funny guy!!! 🤣🤣🤣
First published December 5, 2018 - Updated January 10, 2022 to improve instructions.
Danielle says
Have been seriously thinking about Air fryers. Hubby and I love crunchy, "fried" things but we both do not enjoy all the grease! This looks amazing!
Our first treat would most likely be french fries, maybe even sweet potato fries.
Bowl Me Over says
Sweet potato fries are next on my radar Danielle! Good luck in the giveaway!!
Lesley F says
I would try making wontons in it first
Bowl Me Over says
How fun, I love that idea!!
Tina W says
I would make bacon-wrapped dates!
Bowl Me Over says
Bacon wrapped dates sounds amazing, what a great idea Tina!!
Marci says
I would make fries
Bowl Me Over says
Love me some fries Marci, sounds delicious!
Bowl Me Over says
Gotta love homemade fries!!
Liza says
Everyone in my family loves shrimp, and this recipe is so perfect! Making it tonight! 🙂
Bowl Me Over says
It's just so tasty and such a great combination! Thank you Liza!
kelly tupick says
I would love to try and make homemade french fries in this first.
Bowl Me Over says
Fries are super easy! Great choice Kelly!
J says
If I won, I would first make chicken fingers, french fries and onion rings!
Have a great weekend Debra!
Bowl Me Over says
Mmmm!!! Onion rings!!! 😀 Thank you! You have a great weekend too!!!