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Air Fryer Chicken Meatballs

Name: Air Fryer Chicken Meatballs
Prep time: 12 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 12 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground chicken; 1/3 cup breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan; 1 egg; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp fresh parsley; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp pepper; Marinara sauce and pasta; Sweet chili sauce for Asian-style; Honey mustard for dipping

4.6(4)

12 min

Time

400°F

Temp

200 cal

Cal

Serves

Ingredients

Meatballs

1 lb ground chicken

1/3 cup breadcrumbs

1/4 cup grated Parmesan

1 egg

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp fresh parsley

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp pepper

Serving Options

Marinara sauce and pasta

Sweet chili sauce for Asian-style

Honey mustard for dipping

Equipment

Steps

1
Mix ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Don't overmix.
2
Form into 1.5-inch meatballs (about 16). Wet hands prevent sticking.
3
Spray with oil. Air fry at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, shaking once at 6 minutes, until golden and cooked through (165°F).
4
Toss in your sauce of choice or serve with dipping sauces.

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Tip: Ground chicken is lean and can dry out — the egg and breadcrumbs add moisture. Don't overmix or they get tough. If the mixture is too wet, add more breadcrumbs a tablespoon at a time.

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