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Air Fryer Garlic Butter Shrimp served with lemon and herbs on a plate.

Air Fryer Garlic Butter Shrimp

Air fryer garlic butter shrimp is a quick, easy, and delicious dinner option that delivers juicy shrimp with a rich garlic butter flavor, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Shrimp
  • 1 pound medium large shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh or frozen shrimp can be used. If using frozen, thaw first.
Garlic Butter
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted Mix garlic into melted butter for best results.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic gives the best flavor.
  • to taste salt and pepper Adjust for personal preference.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. If using frozen shrimp, thaw it first by running it under cold water until flexible, then pat dry.
  2. In a bowl, mix melted butter with minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  3. Toss the shrimp in the garlic butter mixture until evenly coated.
Cooking
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Spread shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding.
  3. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately with your choice of rice, pasta, or vegetables.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the basket for even cooking. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for one to two days and reheated gently.