Air Fryer Meatballs
Delicious Air Fryer Meatballs made with lean ground turkey and seasoned to perfection.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Mixing Bowl
- baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese plus additional for serving
- ⅓ cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs whole wheat if possible
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes or 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 1 pound 93% lean ground turkey, chicken, or lean ground beef keep in your refrigerator until the last possible second so it stays very cold
- 1 large egg
For Serving
- Chopped fresh parsley or basil
- Grated Parmesan
- Prepared pasta sauce
- Cooked whole wheat pasta or Zucchini Pasta
- Creamy Polenta
- Split and toasted hoagie buns
- Prepared brown rice
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and keep it handy. To keep the meatballs warm between batches, preheat the oven to 300°F and line a second baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the Parmesan, breadcrumbs, parsley, salt, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
- Add the ground turkey. In a small bowl, beat the egg, then add it to the bowl. Mix lightly just until the ingredients are evenly combined, being careful not to compact the meat.
- Portion the meat and shape into 1 ½-inch meatballs, then arrange them on the first baking sheet.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Generously coat the basket with non-stick spray. Arrange a single layer of meatballs in the basket, ensuring they do not touch. Mist the tops with non-stick spray.
- Air fry the meatballs at 400°F for 7 to 9 minutes, turning them halfway through. The meatballs are done when they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Place the first batch of cooked meatballs on the second baking sheet, and transfer to the oven to keep warm. Repeat with remaining meatballs.
- While the meatballs air fry, warm the sauce on the stove, and prep any other items you’d like to serve them with. Enjoy the meatballs hot, topped with the sauce, cheese, herbs, and any other additions.
Notes
Refrigerate meatballs in an airtight storage container for up to 3 days. Rewarm leftovers on a baking sheet in the oven at 350°F or in the microwave. Freeze meatballs for up to 3 months and cook directly from frozen.
Nutrition
Serving: 1meatballCalories: 53kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 6gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 26mgPotassium: 64mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 58IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 1mg
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