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Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs

Name: Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs
Prep time: 12 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 12 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs ground turkey; 1/3 cup breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan; 1 egg; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp fresh parsley; 1 tbsp Italian seasoning; 1/2 tsp onion powder; Salt and pepper; Marinara sauce; Spaghetti; Fresh basil; Extra Parmesan

4.6(4)

12 min

Time

400°F

Temp

220 cal

Cal

Serves

Ingredients

Meatballs

1.5 lbs ground turkey

1/3 cup breadcrumbs

1/4 cup grated Parmesan

1 egg

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp fresh parsley

1 tbsp Italian seasoning

1/2 tsp onion powder

Salt and pepper

Serving

Marinara sauce

Spaghetti

Fresh basil

Extra Parmesan

Equipment

Instant-Read Meat Thermometer

Steps

1
Mix all meatball ingredients gently — don't overmix.
2
Roll into 1.5-inch balls with damp hands.
3
Place in a single layer in the air fryer.
4
Air fry at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway, until golden and internal temp reaches 165°F.
5
Simmer in marinara for 5 minutes. Serve over pasta with basil and Parmesan.

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Tip: Ground turkey is lean, so the breadcrumbs, egg, and Parmesan are critical for moisture. Don't overmix or pack too tightly — that's what makes meatballs dense. A small ice cream scoop makes uniform meatballs quickly. These freeze and reheat beautifully.

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