When you need a quick, foolproof dinner, Easiest Air Fryer Shrimp is the answer. Tender shrimp are tossed with a simple blend of seasonings and cooked in the air fryer in just minutes, making it one of the fastest meals you can get on the table. Serve them with rice, pasta, salad or your favorite vegetables for an easy weeknight meal that feels effortless but tastes restaurant-worthy.
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Directions
Special equipment:
a 6-quart air fryer
Stir together the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt and several grinds of pepper in a small bowl until well combined. Add the shrimp to a large bowl, then drizzle over the olive oil and sprinkle with the seasoning mix. Toss well until evenly coated.
Place the shrimp in the air fryer basket in a single layer, then cook at 400 degrees F until just cooked through and golden brown at the edges, about 6 minutes (see Cook’s Note).
Serve immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing if desired, or on top of salad, alongside rice or with any of your other favorite side dishes.
Cook’s Note
Settings may vary on your air fryer depending on the model. Please refer to the manufacturer’s guide.
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