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Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Shrimp

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Published July 17, 2021 by Jennifer. 3 Comments.
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This lemon pepper air fryer shrimp recipe is one of my favorite healthy lunches and also makes the perfect delicious appetizer. You can use the shrimp over a bed of lettuce for a salad, or even in shrimp tacos. You can also eat them all by themselves! It's a light and low carb dish that's a personal favorite and made in just minutes.This lemon pepper air fryer shrimp recipe is one of my favorite healthy lunches and also makes the perfect delicious appetizer. You can use the shrimp over a bed of lettuce for a salad, or even in shrimp tacos. You can also eat them all by themselves! It's a light and low carb dish that's a personal favorite and made in just minutes.

Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Shrimp is made with just a handful of ingredients and done in just ten minutes! This easy air fryer recipe is the perfect recipe for busy weeknights, or when you’re in need of a quick appetizer, or light lunch.

Close up photo of hand holding a lemon pepper shrimp over a plate full of shrimp and lemon wedges.

I love how quick and easy meals can be when using the air fryer. If you love easy recipes and air fryer-cooked shrimp, check out this Air Fryer Fried Shrimp recipe. It’s another easy dish and favorite recipe.

This lemon pepper air fryer shrimp recipe is one of my favorite healthy lunches and also makes the perfect delicious appetizer. You can use the shrimp over a bed of lettuce for a salad, or even in shrimp tacos. You can also eat them all by themselves! It’s a light and low carb dish that’s a personal favorite and made in just minutes.

You’ll also love that you only need to have a handful of ingredients for this quick and easy recipe to come together.

Ingredients:

  • shrimp (peeled)
  • lemon pepper (I love homemade)
  • lemon slices
  • lemon zest
  • fresh parsley
  • butter
Fresh raw shrimp in a bowl with a lemon and seasonings on a table.

For this recipe, I used the XL 21-25 jumbo shrimp. They’re frozen shrimp, so I thaw them out before cooking. Depending on when I am eating, I will thaw the shrimp in the fridge the night before I am making my recipe. Or you can pull them straight from the freezer and run the frozen shrimp under cold water in a strainer to allow them to thaw. It only takes a few minutes.

The shrimp I purchase is already split and deveined to make it easy for you to peel once thawed. I’ll peel the shells but typically leave the tail on. Either way is fine and it’s up to you and your personal preference.

You can use large shrimp or medium shrimp and also purchase fresh jumbo shrimp at the seafood counter. Whatever size of the shrimp you grab, either will work with this recipe.

If you’re in a rush, you can find the full printable version of this recipe with all of our notes, tips, and tricks at the bottom of this post.

How to Make Lemon Pepper Shrimp in the Air Fryer

  1. Peel the shrimp if you haven’t done so already. Set aside.
  2. Prepare the air fryer basket with a little bit of olive oil spray or nonstick cooking spray.
  3. Lightly coat the shrimp with lemon pepper seasoning.
  4. Place shrimp in a single layer in the prepared air fryer basket.
  5. Cook on 390 degrees F for 9-10 minutes.
  6. Carefully remove the crispy shrimp from the air fryer basket and drizzle lemon juice, melted butter, and top with a zest of lemon and fresh parsley before serving.
Lemon Pepper Shrimp and lemon wedges in the air fryer basket.
Air Fryer lemon pepper shrimp in the air fryer basket with lemon wedges and fresh parsley on top.

TIP: All air fryers cook at a different rate with different wattages. This recipe was originally made with a Cosori 5.8 basket-style air fryer and did not need to be preheated before cooking. If using a different air fryer, consider doing a test run ahead of time. You may need to add or take away a minute of cooking time for your specific air fryer.

This air fryer lemon pepper shrimp recipe is a great shrimp scampi recipe for a quick lunch and makes the perfect shrimp with a yummy flavor every single time.

Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Shrimp fully cooked and on a white plate with lemon wedges and fresh parsley.

FAQs

What can I use lemon pepper shrimp for?

You can use this lemon pepper shrimp for a side salad, shrimp tacos, over zoodles, shrimp tostadas, and more.

Can I add additional seasonings?

Yes! You can add seasonings to change things up. If you want to add a little spice, consider adding some cajun seasoning. You can also add a little different taste by adding in a little old bay seasoning, or garlic powder.

Can I bread lemon pepper shrimp?

Absolutely! You can always add a light coat of all purpose flour or almond flour before cooking. This will make the shrimp even crispier.

I love quick and easy dinner recipes and this is one of my favorites. It’s a great recipe full of delicious flavor when you’re short on time and need something fast.

Looking for an easy light appetizer or meal to go with it? Check out these Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers!

More Air Fryer Seafood Recipes:

  • Fried Shrimp
  • Coconut Shrimp
  • Garlic Butter Shrimp
  • Crab legs
  • Lobster tails
Piece of air fryer lemon pepper shrimp ready to be eaten - held by a hand over a plate of shrimp.

If you love this recipe as much as we do, make sure you let us know! Leave a comment and a rating in the printable recipe card comment section. It lets us know how we are doing and lets others know what you think about this recipe. 🙂

Overhead shot of air fryer lemon pepper shrimp on a white plate with lemon wedges and fresh parsley.

Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Shrimp

Jennifer
Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Shrimp is made with just a handful of ingredients and done in just ten minutes! This easy air fryer recipe is the perfect recipe for busy weeknights, or when you're in need of a quick appetizer, or light lunch.
3.94 from 31 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, dinner, Lunch
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 72 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 24 shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 3 tsp lemon pepper
  • 1/2 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley
  • 5-6 lemon wedges

Instructions
 

  • Peel the shrimp if you haven't done so already. Set aside.
  • Prepare the air fryer basket with a little bit of olive oil spray or nonstick cooking spray.
  • Lightly coat the shrimp with lemon pepper seasoning.
  • Place shrimp in a single layer in the prepared air fryer basket.
  • Cook on 390 degrees F for 9-10 minutes.
  • Carefully remove the crispy shrimp from the air fryer basket and drizzle lemon juice, melted butter, and top with a zest of lemon and fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For this recipe, I used the XL 21-25 jumbo shrimp. They’re frozen shrimp, so I thaw them out before cooking. Depending on when I am eating, I will thaw the shrimp in the fridge the night before I am making my recipe. Or you can pull them straight from the freezer and run the frozen shrimp under cold water in a strainer to allow them to thaw. It only takes a few minutes.
*All air fryers cook at a different rate with different wattages. This recipe was originally made with a Cosori 5.8 basket-style air fryer and did not need to be preheated before cooking. If using a different air fryer, consider doing a test run ahead of time. You may need to add or take away a minute of cooking time for your specific air fryer.

Nutrition

Calories: 72kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 8gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 98mgSodium: 281mgPotassium: 87mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 185IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 67mgIron: 1mg

*Nutritional information is a calculated guesstimate. Please note that this can change with different brands and modifications you may make to the recipe. For the most accurate information, use a nutritional calculator with the exact brands and measurements you’re using with each recipe.

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