Description
A quick and easy Air Fryer Shrimp Scampi recipe that delivers tender, garlicky shrimp with a buttery lemon sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, ready in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
In a medium bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, olive oil, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat evenly with the butter and garlic mixture.
Place the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 6 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking to ensure even crisping.
Remove the shrimp from the air fryer and transfer to a serving bowl.
Add the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and chopped parsley to the shrimp. Toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately with your choice of side dishes, such as pasta or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes