Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs Recipe
Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, these air fryer turkey meatballs come together in just 12 minutes. A healthy, flavorful, and versatile dinner option perfect for meal prep or weeknight meals.
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Servings: 4 servings (15 meatballs)
Calories: 210kcal
Cost: $8–10
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Mixing bowl
- Ice cream scoop
- Pastry brush
- Meat thermometer
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey 93/7 lean-to-fat ratio
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg beaten
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 small onion finely diced
- 2 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
Seasonings & Flavor Enhancers
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for brushing
Optional Add-ins
- ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 2 tablespoon pine nuts finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
- Combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan, garlic, onion, parsley, and seasonings. Mix gently until just combined.
- Form into 15 meatballs (1.5 inches each). Brush lightly with olive oil.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3 minutes.
- Place meatballs in a single layer. Air fry 12 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Ensure internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C). Rest 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Nutrition
Serving: 150g | Calories: 210kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 360mg | Potassium: 420mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 150IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 2mg