Air Fryer Shrimp Meal Prep Bowls
Easy air fryer shrimp meal prep bowls made with juicy shrimp, rice, and vegetables for a high-protein lunch or dinner.
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Mixing bowls
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Tongs
- Meal prep containers
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the bowls:
- 3 cups cooked rice
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Optional for serving:
- lemon wedges
- hot sauce
- plain Greek yogurt or simple sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 390°F.
- Pat the shrimp dry and place in a bowl. Add olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to coat.
- In a separate bowl, toss the broccoli and sliced bell pepper with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the broccoli and bell pepper to the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry for 8 to 10 minutes, shaking halfway, until tender and lightly crisp.
- Remove the vegetables and set aside.
- Place the shrimp in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry for 6 to 8 minutes, shaking halfway, until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Divide the rice, vegetables, and shrimp evenly into meal prep containers.
- Let cool slightly, then cover and store in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Use large shrimp for the best texture and easier meal prep.
- Pat the shrimp dry well so they cook better and season evenly.
- Do not overcook the shrimp or they can turn rubbery.
- Add sauce after reheating for the best texture.
