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Juicy Air Fryer Garlic Butter Shrimp Recipe

This Air Fryer Garlic Butter Shrimp comes together in under 15 minutes with tender shrimp, rich garlic butter, and simple ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen.
Course Appetizer, Dinner
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 180kcal
Author Mirlene

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 12 oz jumbo shrimp; peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp. fresh chopped parsley
  • 4 tbsp. orange juice
  • 2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
  • 5 tbsp. melted butter
  • 8 minced garlic cloves
  • 2½ tsp. old bay seasoning; more if needed

Instructions

  • Prepare the shrimp. Wash then pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This helps the seasoning stick and allows the shrimp to cook evenly.
    Season the shrimp. In a large bowl, combine the shrimp with the Old Bay seasoning and olive oil. Toss until every shrimp is evenly coated. Let the shrimp marinate for 10–15 minutes for the best flavor.
     Preheat the air fryer (if needed). Preheat your air fryer to 340°F for 3–5 minutes.
    Arrange the shrimp. Place the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding the basket; cook in batches if necessary.
    Air fry. Cook at 340°F for 6–8 minutes, flipping the shrimp halfway through. The shrimp are done when they turn pink, opaque, and are lightly golden around the edges. Cooking time may vary depending on the size of your shrimp and your air fryer model.
    seasoning garlic butter shrimp
  • Make the garlic butter. Melt the butter in the microwave. Then add orange juice, minced garlic, and chopped parsley.
    Finish with the remaining butter. Pour the butter mixture over the shrimp and return to the air fryer. Air fry for an additional 8 minutes. 
    Next, transfer the cooked shrimp to a serving bowl.
    Serve. Garnish with additional fresh parsley and serve immediately. Enjoy with lemon wedges, crusty bread, rice, pasta, or your favorite vegetables.
    pouring garlic sauce over shrimp

Notes

Tip: Shrimp cook very quickly. To keep them juicy and tender, remove them from the air fryer as soon as they are fully pink and opaque. Overcooking can make them rubbery.
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Calories are estimated per serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 6servings | Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 140mg | Potassium: 10mg | Fiber: 2g | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 3mg