These air fryer meatballs are packed with flavor and juicy on the inside, with a crispy exterior. Perfect for any night of the week, they can be served in various ways.
Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 pound ground turkey, chicken, or lean ground beef
- 1 large egg
Instructions:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Preheat oven to 300°F to keep meatballs warm between batches.
- In a large bowl, combine Parmesan, breadcrumbs, parsley, salt, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Add ground meat and egg. Mix until just combined, being careful not to compact the meat.
- Shape into 1 1/2-inch meatballs and arrange on the baking sheet.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Spray the basket with non-stick spray.
- Cook meatballs in batches, ensuring they don’t touch. Spray tops with non-stick spray.
- Air fry for 7-9 minutes, flipping halfway through. Meatballs are done when they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Keep cooked meatballs warm in the oven while you cook the remaining batches.
- Warm sauce and prepare other serving items.
- Serve meatballs hot with sauce, cheese, herbs, or other desired toppings.
Ways to Serve:
- With pasta
- On a sandwich
- With polenta
- Over mashed potatoes
- As an appetizer
- On pizza
- On a salad
Tips:
- Leave space between meatballs in the air fryer for even cooking.
- Don’t compact the meat mixture to avoid tough meatballs.
- Use an instant-read thermometer to prevent overcooking.
- You can make larger meatballs, but adjust the cook time accordingly.
