Easy air fryer frozen shrimp with a garlic butter sauce

Ingredients:

For the Air Fryer Shrimp:

1 pound frozen shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Lemon wedges for serving
For the Garlic Butter Sauce:

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:

1. Preheat the Air Fryer:

Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).

2. Prepare the Shrimp:

In a bowl, toss the frozen shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until well-coated.

3. Air Fry the Shrimp:

Place the seasoned shrimp in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
Cook for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking. The shrimp should be golden brown and crispy.

4. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:

While the shrimp are cooking, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to brown the garlic.
Stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat.

5. Toss the Shrimp in Garlic Butter Sauce: