Easy Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs
- Cook Time: 27 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Diet: High-Protein, Low-Carb
Ingredients
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- 1 lb lean ground turkey (93% lean is recommended)
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray to prevent the meatballs from sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, beaten egg, minced garlic, oregano, onion powder, salt, pepper, and fresh parsley. Use your hands or a fork to mix everything until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the meatballs tough.
- Scoop about 1 to 2 tablespoons of the mixture and roll it between your palms to form a ball roughly 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Repeat until all the mixture is used, making sure all meatballs are approximately the same size for even cooking.
- Place the meatballs in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they are not touching. You may need to cook in batches depending on the size of your air fryer. Lightly spray the tops of the meatballs with olive oil spray.
- Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time. The meatballs are done when they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the outsides are golden brown.