Description
This Air Fryer Shrimp recipe delivers a crispy, juicy, and flavorful shrimp dish that's quick to prepare and perfect as a snack or appetizer. Marinated with lemon and herbs, coated in a Parmesan breadcrumb crust, and cooked to perfection in the air fryer, it's a healthy and crowd-pleasing option.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Marinade
- 1 pound jumbo (21 to 25-count) shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on or off)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 small lemon (zest and juice, plus additional for serving)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Breading
- 1/3 cup Italian seasoned whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
Other
- Nonstick cooking spray
- Chopped fresh parsley or chives (optional for serving)
Instructions
- Marinate the Shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry and place them in a large bowl. Add the olive oil, lemon zest and juice, garlic powder, dried parsley, dried oregano, kosher salt, and ground black pepper. Toss everything together to coat the shrimp evenly. Cover and set aside at room temperature for 15 minutes or refrigerate for 1 hour if you prefer a longer marinating time.
- Prepare the Breading Stations: In a shallow baking dish, mix the Italian seasoned whole wheat breadcrumbs with the grated Parmesan cheese. In a separate dish, beat the large egg until smooth. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to place the breaded shrimp.
- Coat the Shrimp: Remove the shrimp from the marinade and gently shake off excess liquid. Dip each shrimp first into the beaten egg, then into the breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture, coating both sides completely. Place the coated shrimp on the prepared baking sheet.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Heat the air fryer to 390 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook the Shrimp: Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket, without overlapping (cook in batches if necessary). Spray the tops of the shrimp lightly with nonstick cooking spray. Air fry for 2 minutes, then carefully flip the shrimp using tongs. Continue air frying for an additional 2 minutes or until the shrimp are opaque, cooked through, and lightly golden brown.
- Serve: Remove the shrimp from the air fryer and transfer to a serving platter. Optionally, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley or chives and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Enjoy immediately while hot and crispy.
Notes
- For the best texture, do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook the shrimp in batches if needed.
- Fresh lemon juice brightens the flavor, but avoid marinating shrimp for too long as the acidity can start to cook them.
- Use Italian seasoned whole wheat breadcrumbs for added flavor and fiber.
- If you want extra crispiness, you can lightly spray the shrimp again halfway through cooking.
- Keep cooked shrimp warm in a 200 degree Fahrenheit oven if cooking in batches.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 146 mg
