Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs
Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs is made with ground turkey, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, 1 egg; air fry at 400°F for 12 minutes to serve 4. 220 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Equipment
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.
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.
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 Turkey Meatballs at 400°F for 12 minutes. 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.
You need: 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. This recipe serves 4 with 220 calories per serving.
Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs takes 12 minutes total at 400°F. Simmer in marinara for 5 minutes. Serve over pasta with basil and Parmesan.
This recipe is rated Easy. It serves 4 and takes just 12 minutes at 400°F.
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