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Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs

Juicy and flavorful turkey meatballs made effortlessly in the air fryer, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.

  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground turkey (85/15 or 93/7)
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs (Italian or plain)
  • 1 egg
  • 1 small onion, diced (or 1 tsp onion powder)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • Optional: parsley and parmesan for seasoning

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine ground turkey, bread crumbs, egg, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and optional ingredients.
  2. Mix the ingredients thoroughly using your hands.
  3. Roll the mixture into walnut-sized balls.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
  5. Grease the air fryer basket lightly.
  6. Place the meatballs in the basket, ensuring they are not crowded.
  7. Air fry for 8 minutes, checking for doneness at 7 minutes. Shake the basket halfway through cooking.

Notes

Meatballs can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days. Ideal for freezing after cooling; thaw before reheating.

  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Poultry

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 meatballs
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: air fryer, turkey meatballs, quick dinner, weeknight meal, healthy recipe