🌿 Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Shrimp

A quick and delicious appetizer or main dish – crispy, garlicky, and cheesy shrimp made in under 15 minutes!

🕒 Time

• Prep Time: 10 minutes

• Cook Time: 8 minutes

• Total Time: 18 minutes

• Servings: 4

🧾 Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled & deveined (tails on optional)

• 2 tbsp olive oil (or melted butter)

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated works best)

• ½ cup panko breadcrumbs (or almond flour for keto/low-carb)

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning (oregano, basil, thyme mix)

• ½ tsp paprika (optional for color & flavor)

• ¼ tsp salt (or to taste)

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

• Lemon wedges (for serving)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prep Shrimp

• Pat shrimp dry with paper towels to remove extra moisture.

• Place in a large mixing bowl.

2. Season

• Add olive oil (or melted butter), minced garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.

• Toss until shrimp are evenly coated.

3. Bread

• In a small bowl, mix Parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs.

• Coat each shrimp in the mixture, pressing lightly so it sticks.

4. Air Fry

• Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).

• Arrange shrimp in a single layer in the basket (do not overcrowd).

• Air fry for 7–8 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden, crispy, and cooked through.

5. Garnish & Serve

• Sprinkle fresh parsley on top.

• Serve immediately with lemon wedges for a zesty kick.

🥡 Storage & Reheating

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

• Reheat: Pop them back in the air fryer at 350°F for 3–4 minutes to regain crispiness.