Description
This 10-minute air fryer shrimp pizza is a quick and easy meal featuring a crisp naan or flatbread base, seasoned shrimp, melty mozzarella, and a zesty garlic lemon finish. Perfect for a homemade pizza fix without heating up the oven, it combines bold flavors with a speedy cooking process using the air fryer.
Ingredients
Base
- 1 naan bread or 8-inch flatbread
Shrimp Seasoning
- 6 ounces small raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 teaspoon olive oil, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Toppings
- 1/3 cup pizza sauce
- 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Finish and Garnish
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 2 to 3 minutes to ensure it reaches the right temperature for crisping the pizza base and cooking the shrimp evenly.
- Prepare Shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Toss them with half a teaspoon olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper to season and enhance their flavor.
- Cook Shrimp Partially: Place the seasoned shrimp in the air fryer basket and cook for 2 minutes. This partially cooks the shrimp, which will finish cooking on the pizza to keep them tender and juicy. Remove and set aside.
- Assemble Pizza: Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the naan bread or flatbread, leaving a small border around the edges for a crust. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan evenly on top.
- Add Shrimp Topping: Arrange the partially cooked shrimp evenly over the cheese-covered flatbread to ensure every bite has shrimp.
- Air Fry Pizza: Carefully place the assembled pizza in the air fryer basket. Air fry at 400°F for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the crust is crisp, cheese is melted, and the shrimp turns fully opaque, indicating it’s cooked through.
- Finish and Garnish: Remove the pizza from the air fryer and immediately drizzle the remaining half teaspoon of olive oil and fresh lemon juice over the top to add brightness and flavor. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and red pepper flakes if using for a subtle heat.
- Serve: Slice the pizza and serve immediately while hot and crispy for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use small shrimp to ensure they cook quickly and fit well on the pizza without overcrowding.
- Air fryer temperatures can vary; start checking the pizza after 4 minutes to prevent burning.
- Ensure shrimp reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) and are opaque to confirm they are fully cooked.
- Substitute naan with pita or other sturdy flatbreads as needed for a suitable base.
- Add extra toppings like spinach, cherry tomatoes, red onion, or roasted red peppers for more flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course, Pizza, Seafood, Quick Meals
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
