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Best Air Fryer Shrimp Recipes

Last Updated June 22, 2022. Published June 22, 2022 By Davinah Cenou Montezuma

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Shrimps are generally easy to prep and cook compared to other seafood like fish and lobsters. Even though shrimps are versatile and delicious, many people don’t know how to make shrimp in their air fryer. In this post, I’m sharing various air fryer shrimp recipes you can try using fresh, raw, frozen and cooked shrimp. They are quick, easy, and require a handful of ingredients.

collage of air fryer shrimp recipes for raw, frozen, and cooked shrimp

Why Share?

Shrimp is quick and easy to make in an air fryer. It also offers various low-carb and keto options.

Below are some simple but flavor-packed shrimp dishes you can make in your air fryer:

The Best Air Fryer Shrimp Recipes to Try!

1. The Best Air Fryer Shrimp Marinara

If you only have 15 minutes to whip up a meal, this shrimp marinara is your go-to dish. It uses just 4 ingredients, plus you can cook the shrimp unthawed.

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shrimp marinara in a bowl
Air Fryer Shrimp Marinara
Make Shrimp Marinara in 15 minutes with 4-ingredients using this Air Fryer Shrimp Marinara recipe. Pair with my spaghetti squash or meatballs.
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2. Keto & Low Carb Breaded Air Fryer Shrimp

Make tasty and breaded shrimp without breadcrumbs or deep frying. Almond and coconut flour are great low-carb alternatives for regular flour.

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Air Fried Shrimp on a plate with Bang Bang Sauce
Air Fryer Shrimp
This Air Fryer Shrimp only takes a few minutes to make and can be modified for flavor combos like Bang Bang Shrimp and Coconut Air Fried Shrimp. In this post, I give options for keto-friendly breadcrumbs and tips for using frozen and fresh raw shrimp.
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3. Air Fryer Garlic Butter Shrimp & Broccoli

This finger-licking dish comes together in about 15 minutes and uses less than 10 ingredients. It bursts with flavor and color. Plus, it includes my homemade garlic butter.

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cooked Garlic Butter Shrimp & Broccoli on a white bowl
Air Fryer Garlic Butter Shrimp & Broccoli
Make a one-pot meal in your air fryer with this easy Ninja Foodi Garlic Butter Shrimp & Broccoli recipe. It uses less than 10 ingredients like my homemade garlic butter and frozen or fresh shrimp.
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4. Air Fryer Frozen Shrimp

There’s no need to panic if you forget to thaw your shrimp. Put the frozen shrimp straight into the air fryer with some broccoli or another vegetable and have a hearty meal in 15 minutes.

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yummy Cajun Shrimp & Broccoli dish on a bowl
Air Fryer Frozen Cajun Shrimp & Broccoli
Learn how to cook frozen shrimp and broccoli in your air fryer with this easy Air Fryer Frozen Shrimp recipe. Ready in 15 minutes.
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5. Air Fryer Cajun Shrimp

If you need easy, one-pot air fryer shrimp recipes, this one is worth a shot. I use my magic DIY Cajun seasoning, and the results are delicious.

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Air Fryer Cajun Shrimp
Make saucy Air Fryer Cajun Shrimp with just three main ingredients: shrimp, Cajun seasoning, and garlic butter. Cook it straight from frozen or use fresh shrimp for a faster option.
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6. Keto Coconut Shrimp

Follow this recipe for an incredibly juicy and crunchy keto-friendly shrimp dish. It requires a handful of ingredients and a few minutes from prep to plate. 

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Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp - Keto, Low Carb, Gluten-Free, THM S
Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp – Keto, Low Carb, Gluten-Free, THM S
This Keto Coconut Shrimp has incredible flavor. The outside of the air fryer coconut shrimp is crispy while the inside is filled with juicy shrimp.
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7. Air Fryer Garlic Shrimp-Hawaiian Style

These are easy to prep and cook in an air fryer. The dish is boldly flavorful and comes together in a few minutes. 

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Air Fryer Garlic Shrimp – Hawaiian Style + VIDEO
Air Fryer Garlic Shrimp – Hawaiian Style + VIDEO
These air fryer Hawaiian style garlic shrimp will have you coming back for more. The shrimp are air fried in just a few minutes, then tossed in a garlicky ghee (butter) sauce. Serve these low-carb, paleo, and whole30 shrimp as an appetizer or main dish. I have been fortunate enough to travel to Oah…
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8. Air Fryer Keto Shrimp Scampi

Make your shrimp scampi at home and skip the extra carbs in a regular takeout. This dish is delicious and great for keto.

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Air Fryer Keto Shrimp Scampi | Easily Made In Just 15 Minutes!
Air Fryer Keto Shrimp Scampi | Easily Made In Just 15 Minutes!
Just 8 minutes start to finish to make this delicious Air Fryer Keto Shrimp Scampi. It’s so simple to make, and so tasty, that you won’t believe it.
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9. Air Fryer Shrimp Skewers

If you need a super quick and easy shrimp appetizer or main dish, this one is perfect. It’s full of flavor and comes together in under 10 minutes.

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Air Fryer Shrimp Skewers (Low-Carb, Paleo, Whole30)
Air Fryer Shrimp Skewers (Low-Carb, Paleo, Whole30)
Air fryer shrimp skewers are an easy recipe that cooks in under 10 minutes. Serve these shrimp as an appetizer or main dish.
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10. Air Fryer Blackened Shrimp

This blackened shrimp is your go-to dish whenever you need something quick and tasty. It requires 4 ingredients and 10 minutes to prep and cook.

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Air Fryer Blackened Shrimp
Air Fryer Blackened Shrimp
This Blackened Air Fryer Shrimp is one of the fastest and most delicious recipes you’ll ever make. With just 4 ingredients, they’re ready in only 10 minutes, from prep to plate!
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FAQs

Can I cook raw shrimp in my air fryer?

Yes. I prefer raw shrimp since it cooks quickly and it’s not likely to overcook.

Do you have to thaw shrimp before air frying?

No. I’ve included a few frozen shrimp recipes in my list.

What goes well with air-fried shrimp?

Whatever you choose. Some options are air fryer green beans, air fryer asparagus, air fryer spaghetti squash, and many more. 

What is the best way to season shrimp?

I prefer Cajun seasoning, usually homemade. But, you could also just use salt and pepper, especially when pairing the shrimp with sauce like my keto alfredo, lemon garlic butter, and marinara.

How long should shrimp cook for?

Shrimp takes between 5-10 minutes to cook depending on size and whether or not they are frozen.

How do you cook frozen cooked shrimp?

You simply need to warm it to melt the ice since it’s already cooked. But I haven’t tried this.

Can you put aluminum foil in an air fryer?

Yes, I put foil in my air fryer often. But ensure you read your air fryer’s manual to confirm.

Takeaway

An air fryer enables you to make your favorite dishes faster and healthier. Take your shrimp game to the next level with the air fryer shrimp recipes listed here.

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