Description
Air Fryer Meatballs deliver juicy, golden-brown perfection with minimal effort. These tender meatballs come out crisp on the outside, savory inside, and cook quickly—making them a fuss-free comfort food hit for weeknights, appetizers, or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
- ½ cup bread crumbs
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Olive oil spray (for air fryer)
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 380 °F (190 °C) and spray basket lightly with olive oil.
- In a large bowl, combine ground meat, bread crumbs, milk, egg, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Scoop ~1½‑inch portions and roll into uniform meatballs, about 16–18 total.
- Arrange meatballs in a single layer in air fryer basket, leaving space for air circulation.
- Air fry at 380 °F for 9–11 minutes, turning halfway through, until browned and internal temperature reaches 165 °F (74 °C).
- Let rest 2–3 minutes before serving. Garnish as desired.
Notes
- Swap ground turkey for a lighter version—use same proportions.
- Italian-style bread crumbs add extra seasoning if desired.
- Shape meatballs ahead and refrigerate up to 24 hrs before cooking.
- Freezing tip: flash-freeze on a tray, then store in bags up to 3 months.
- Reheat in air fryer at 350 °F for 4–5 minutes to revive crispness.
