Air Fryer Italian Meatballs is made with ground beef, Italian breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, 1 egg; air fry at 400°F for 14 minutes to serve 4. 280 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Equipment
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Steps
- 1
Mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, parsley, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Don't overmix.
- 2
Form into 1.5-inch meatballs (about 16). Uniform size ensures even cooking.
- 3
Air fry at 400°F for 12-14 minutes, shaking once, until browned and 160°F internal.
- 4
Toss in marinara sauce. Serve over pasta, in sub rolls, or with toothpicks as appetizers.
Tip: 80/20 beef has enough fat to stay juicy — leaner beef makes dry meatballs. Mix gently and only until just combined. An ice cream scoop makes perfectly uniform meatballs. They freeze beautifully for meal prep.
Why Air Fry This?
- ⏱️Ready in 14 minutes vs ~25 in a conventional oven — no preheating needed.
- 🍖Circulating hot air renders fat and seals in juices for a crispier outside and tender inside.
- ⚡Uses significantly less energy than heating a full-size oven for a single batch.
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