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These Airfryer Bacon Wrapped Shrimp are the perfect easy appetizer when you want something crispy, savory, and impressive — without turning on the oven. Juicy shrimp wrapped in smoky bacon cook up perfectly in the air fryer, making this a go-to recipe for holidays, parties, or even a quick weeknight protein.

This recipe is simple, uses minimal ingredients, and delivers crispy bacon and tender shrimp every time — no glaze, no breading, and no complicated steps.

Why You’ll Love This Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Shrimp Recipe

  • Easy, beginner-friendly recipe
  • Ready in under 15 minutes
  • Bacon gets crispy without overcooking the shrimp
  • No oven or baking sheet needed
  • Naturally low carb and gluten-free
  • Perfect as an appetizer or party food


This is one of those recipes people love because it looks fancy but takes almost no effort.

Airfryer Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined (tails on or off)
  • 8 slices thin-cut bacon cut in half
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika or regular paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Greek Yogurt Dipping Sauce Optional
  • ½ cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt
  • teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 small clove garlic grated
  • tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 –2 teaspoons olive oil
  • ¼ –½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Pat the shrimp completely dry with paper towels. This helps the bacon brown properly.
  2. in a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Wrap each shrimp with ½ slice of bacon, starting near the tail and spiraling toward the top. Avoid overlapping the bacon too much so it crisps evenly.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F.
  5. Place the bacon wrapped shrimp seam-side down in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each one.
  6. Air fry for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until: The bacon is browned and crispy and the shrimp are opaque and cooked through
  7. If needed, air fry an additional 1–2 minutes to get the bacon extra crispy.
  8. For the optional sauce: Stir everything together until smooth.

Can I make bacon wrapped shrimp in the oven instead?

Yes. Place the shrimp on a rack over a baking sheet and bake at 400°F for 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway, until the bacon is crispy and the shrimp are cooked through.

Can I use already cooked shrimp?

Yes. Lower the air fryer temperature to 360°F and cook for 6–8 minutes. The shrimp only need to warm while the bacon crisps

What sauce goes best with bacon wrapped shrimp?

Creamy sauces work best. Garlic mayo, sour cream dips, or a Greek yogurt-based sauce pair well with the salty bacon.

Are air fryer bacon wrapped shrimp low carb?

Yes. This recipe is naturally low carb and gluten-free, with no breading or added sugar.

Why is my bacon not fully crispy?

This usually happens if the bacon is too thick or the shrimp are crowded. Thin-cut bacon and proper spacing make a big difference.

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