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Air Fryer Meatballs Recipe

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These Air Fryer Meatballs are a quick and easy recipe perfect for a delicious, savory meal. Made with ground beef, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning, they’re juicy and flavorful, cooked to perfection in an air fryer for a healthier alternative to traditional frying.

Ingredients

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Meatballs

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) to ensure even cooking and a nicely browned exterior on the meatballs.
  2. Prepare Meatball Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix everything thoroughly until well incorporated but do not overmix to keep the meatballs tender.
  3. Shape Meatballs: Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs, making sure they are uniform in size to ensure even cooking.
  4. Cook Meatballs: Arrange the meatballs in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook them at 375°F for 10 to 12 minutes. Shake the basket halfway through the cooking time to promote even browning and cooking.
  5. Serve: Once cooked through and browned on the outside, serve the meatballs warm with marinara sauce or over your favorite pasta for a comforting meal.

Notes

  • Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow proper air circulation for even cooking.
  • You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
  • Use fresh breadcrumbs for better texture or panko for extra crispiness.
  • Check internal temperature to be at least 160°F (71°C) for safe consumption.
  • Leftover meatballs can be refrigerated up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.

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