Air Fryer Shrimp for Pasta
Quick and flavorful air fryer shrimp perfect for topping your favorite pasta dishes. Seasoned with garlic, paprika, and lemon for a delicious seafood addition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 4
Ingredients
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp, olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Toss until the shrimp are evenly coated.
Place the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking.
Remove the shrimp from the air fryer and transfer to a serving bowl.
Drizzle the lemon juice over the shrimp and toss gently to combine.
Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley on top before serving.
Serve the air fryer shrimp immediately over your favorite cooked pasta.