Name: How to Cook Frozen Breaded Shrimp in an Air Fryer
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 14 min
Total time: 16 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb frozen breaded shrimp; 0.25 cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce; 1 tbsp Sriracha

If you’ve ever wondered How to Cook Frozen Breaded Shrimp in an Air Fryer, this is for you!! This hands off main dish made in the air fryer is so incredibly easy, with no extra oil required! Works for frozen breaded popcorn shrimp or jumbo butterfly shrimp! PLUS my recipe for Spicy Sweet Shrimp Dip!

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How to Cook Frozen Breaded Shrimp in an Air Fryer

1 lb frozen breaded shrimp

¼ cup mayonnaise

2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce

1 tbsp Sriracha

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Instructions

Open the package and add your desired amount of frozen breaded shrimp to the air fryer basket (try to skip all the crumbs if you can). Set the air fryer to 375F. Cook time will vary depending on size and quantity of frozen breaded shrimp.

For about one serving of frozen popcorn shrimp (less than one layer in the basket), air fry for 7-10 minutes or until golden brown and sizzling.

For a whole bag of frozen popcorn shrimp (about 1 pound, pictured), air fry for 12-14 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until shrimps are golden brown and sizzling.

For jumbo/butterfly shrimps, arrange 4-14 jumbo shrimps in a single layer in the basket and air fry for 8-10 minutes until shrimps are golden brown and sizzling.

Mix all the sauce ingredients together and serve with the crispy air fryer breaded shrimp.

Serve on tacos, as an app with dipping sauces, or as a main with slaw and Spanish rice. Best eaten right after being made, so only make as much as you need and keep the rest frozen.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Don't Thaw - Air Fry Frozen 🧊
Cook shrimp directly from frozen without thawing to maintain crispiness and prevent sogginess; this preserves the breading's texture perfectly.
Single Layer Arrangement 🦐
Arrange shrimp in a single layer with spacing between pieces to ensure even air circulation and consistent golden-brown breading on all sides.
Shake Basket Halfway 🎯
Pause cooking halfway through to shake the basket gently, ensuring even crisping and preventing any pieces from sticking together.
Optimal Temperature & Time Balance ⏱️
Use 400°F for 10-12 minutes for frozen breaded shrimp; this temperature achieves crispy exteriors while keeping shrimp tender inside without overcooking.
Sauce Temperature Matters 🌶️
Warm your sriracha and sweet chili sauce mixture slightly before serving to enhance flavor melding and create a more luxurious dipping experience with the mayo base.