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air fryer meatballs

air fryer meatballs

These air fryer meatballs are a quick and healthy alternative to traditional oven-baked meatballs. They are juicy, flavorful, and can be served with pasta, in subs, or enjoyed as an appetizer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 People
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 air fryer
  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 baking tray or plate
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 meat thermometer (optional)

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • to taste spray or oil Cooking spray or olive oil for greasing

Instructions
 

  • In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, minced garlic, onion powder, salt, black pepper, oregano, and thyme.
  • Mix all the ingredients until well combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatballs tender.
  • Use your hands to form the mixture into approximately 1-inch meatballs, making about 16 meatballs in total.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
  • Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or brush with olive oil to prevent sticking.
  • Place the meatballs in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not touching each other. You may need to do this in batches.
  • Cook the meatballs for 10-12 minutes, flipping them halfway through to ensure even cooking. The meatballs should be browned and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 160°F (70°C).
  • Once cooked, remove the meatballs from the air fryer and let them rest for a minute before serving.

Notes

These meatballs can be frozen before cooking. Simply place them on a baking tray and freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer bag. When ready to cook, cook from frozen for an additional 5-7 minutes.
Customize your meatballs by adding different herbs or spices according to your taste preferences.
Serve the meatballs with marinara sauce, spaghetti, or in a sub roll with melted cheese for a delicious meal.