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Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs
These air fryer turkey meatballs are lean, tender, and packed with flavor. One of the best healthy air fryer recipes, they're ready in about 20 minutes with no oil splatter.
What you'll need
- 1.5 lbsground turkey
- 1/2 cupbreadcrumbs
- 1egg
- 2 clovesgarlic, minced
- 1/4 cupgrated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoonsfresh parsley, chopped
- to tastesalt and black pepper
- as neededcooking spray
Let's cook
- 1In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, Parmesan, parsley, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- 2Roll the mixture into 16-18 meatballs, about 1.5 inches each.
- 3Preheat the air fryer to 380F and lightly spray the basket.
- 4Arrange the meatballs in a single layer, spraying the tops lightly with cooking spray.
- 5Air fry for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden and cooked through to 165F internal temperature.
Make it yours
- Serve with marinara sauce over pasta or zucchini noodles.
- Add Italian seasoning for extra herby flavor.
- Use ground chicken instead of turkey.
Good with
- Marinara sauce for dipping
- A bed of greens
- Zucchini noodles
Frequently asked questions
Good questions, answered.
Why are turkey meatballs dry?
Avoid overmixing the meat and don't overcook; using a bit of Parmesan and egg helps keep them moist.
Can I freeze these meatballs?
Yes, cooked meatballs freeze well for up to 3 months.
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