Air Fryer Pork Meatballs
Air Fryer Pork Meatballs is made with ground pork, panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, 1 egg; air fry at 400°F for 12 minutes to serve 4. 280 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Equipment
Steps
- 1
Combine ground pork, panko, Parmesan, egg, garlic, parsley, fennel seeds, pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- 2
Mix gently — don't overwork or meatballs will be dense. Roll into 1.5-inch balls.
- 3
Place in a single layer in air fryer basket.
- 4
Air fry at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway, until browned and cooked through (165°F).
- 5
Simmer in marinara sauce for 5 minutes. Serve over spaghetti or on hoagie rolls.
Tip: Crushed fennel seeds are the secret ingredient that makes these taste like Italian sausage meatballs. Wet your hands before rolling to prevent sticking. Don't pack them too tightly — loose meatballs stay tender.
Why Air Fry This?
- ⏱️Ready in 12 minutes vs ~22 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Cook Air Fryer Pork Meatballs at 400°F for 12 minutes. Crushed fennel seeds are the secret ingredient that makes these taste like Italian sausage meatballs. Wet your hands before rolling to prevent sticking. Don't pack them too tightly — loose meatballs stay tender.
You need: 1.5 lbs ground pork, 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan, 1 egg, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped, 1/2 tsp fennel seeds, crushed, 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes, Salt and pepper, Marinara sauce, Fresh basil, Spaghetti or hoagie rolls. This recipe serves 4 with 280 calories per serving.
Air Fryer Pork Meatballs takes 12 minutes total at 400°F. Simmer in marinara sauce for 5 minutes. Serve over spaghetti or on hoagie rolls.
This recipe is rated Easy. It serves 4 and takes just 12 minutes at 400°F.
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