Air Fryer Sweet Chili Shrimp with Lime
Crispy shrimp tossed in tangy-sweet chili sauce and air-fried to golden perfection in 12 minutes. Serve with lettuce cups and creamy dip for a light, craveable dinner that tastes like takeout.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 218
- Protein
- 24g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
Step 2
Toss shrimp with sweet chili sauce until evenly coated.
Step 3
Spread shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
Step 4
Air fry at 400°F for 10–12 minutes, shaking halfway, until pink and crispy.
Step 5
Squeeze lime juice over the shrimp and serve with lettuce and dipping sauce.
Tools you’ll need
- air fryer
- paper towels
- bowl
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