Best 6 Air Fried Meatballs Recipes

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If you're looking for a delicious and healthy way to cook meatballs, then air frying is the way to go. Air frying is a healthier alternative to traditional frying, as it uses little to no oil. This means that air-fried meatballs are lower in fat and calories, but they still have all the flavor and juiciness of traditional meatballs. In addition, air frying is a much cleaner and easier way to cook meatballs, as there is no need to deal with hot oil or splatters.

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AIR FRYER MEATBALLS



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After cooking meatballs in the air fryer, I will never bake them in the oven again. The insides stay nice and tender while the outsides get a slight crisp on them. The best part is that you can make them ahead of time and freeze for later use. I have included those directions in the notes. Dip meatballs in marinara, if desired.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Ground Pork Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

16 ounces lean ground beef
4 ounces ground pork
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon salt
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 egg
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
⅓ cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine beef, pork, Italian seasoning, salt, garlic, egg, Parmesan cheese, and bread crumbs in a large bowl. Mix well until evenly combined. Form into 16 equally-sized meatballs using an ice cream scoop and place on a baking sheet.
  • Place 1/2 of the meatballs in the basket of the air fryer and cook 8 minutes. Shake the basket and cook 2 minutes more. Transfer to a serving plate and let rest for 5 minutes. Repeat with remaining meatballs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95.8 calories, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 35.5 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 170.4 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

AIR FRYER MEATBALLS RECIPE



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Want THE BEST meatballs? This Air Fryer Meatballs Recipe is for you. These air fried beef meatballs are juicy, perfectly round and done in 15 minutes!

Provided by TastyAirFryerRecipes

Categories     Main Courses

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 Lb Ground Beef
1/4 Cup Breadcrumbs
1 Large Egg
2 Tablespoons Whole Milk
Salt/Pepper
Seasoning of Choice

Steps:

  • Combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, salt, pepper and seasoning.
  • Spray air fryer basket with nonstick.
  • Roll meat into 12-14 golfball size meatballs. Place meatballs into air fryer basket. (depending on size of air fryer this may require 2 batches)
  • Air fry on 400ºF for 12 minutes. Check at 12 minutes, cook 2-3 more minutes if needed. Cooking time will depend on air fryer and size of meatballs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Carbohydrate 4 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 99 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 14 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 22 grams protein, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 179 grams sodium, Sugar 1 grams sugar, TransFat 1 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams unsaturated fat

QUICK AND EASY AIR FRYER MEATBALLS



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Air fryer meatballs are tender, juicy, and delicious! They are SOO good and this will be a recipe that your family will want you to make again and again!

Provided by Alyssa Rivers

Categories     Appetizer     Dinner     Main Course

Time 22m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound lean ground beef
1/2 small onion (diced)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
2 Tablespoons parsley (chopped)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 large egg
1/2 cup milk

Steps:

  • In a medium sized bowl combine the ground beef, onion, garlic, parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, parsley, salt, pepper, egg and milk.
  • Shape into 2-inch sized meatballs. Place in the basket of your air fryer in an even layer.
  • Cook at 400 degrees for 10-12 minutes or until cooked throughout.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Protein 32 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 126 mg, Sodium 694 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, UnsaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

AIR FRYER PORK MEATBALLS



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Perfectly crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside--pork meatballs made in the air fryer. The best part is that you can make them ahead of time and freeze for later use. I have included those directions in the notes. Dip meatballs in marinara, if desired.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     Meat and Poultry     Pork     Ground Pork Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 ounces ground pork
8 ounces ground Italian sausage (mild or hot)
½ cup panko bread crumbs
1 egg
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried parsley
½ teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine pork, sausage, bread crumbs, egg, salt, parsley, and paprika in a large bowl and mix until evenly combined. Form into 12 equally-sized meatballs using an ice cream scoop. Place meatballs on a baking sheet.
  • Place 1/2 of the meatballs in the basket of the air fryer and cook for 8 minutes. Shake the basket and cook for 2 minutes more. Transfer to a serving plate and let rest for 5 minutes. Repeat with remaining meatballs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.8 calories, Carbohydrate 3.8 g, Cholesterol 41.1 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 391 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

AIR-FRYER KETO MEATBALLS



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I have been following a keto diet for a year and a half and have lost 130 pounds. With this recipe for air-fryer keto meatballs, you won't miss the breadcrumbs at all! I like to eat these saucy meatballs on their own, but they're also great over zucchini noodles. -Holly Balzer-Harz, Malone, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
1 garlic clove, minced
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
SAUCE:
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce with basil, garlic and oregano
2 tablespoons prepared pesto
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Preheat air fryer to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place in a single layer on greased tray in air-fryer basket; cook until lightly browned and cooked through, 8-10 minutes., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, mix sauce ingredients; heat through. Serve with meatballs. , Freeze option: Freeze cooled meatballs in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Preheat air fryer to 350°. Reheat until heated through, 3-5 minutes. Make sauce as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 calories, Fat 27g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 162mg cholesterol, Sodium 799mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

FIG AND GOAT CHEESE AIR-FRIED MEATBALLS



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Saucy cocktail meatballs are always the first appetizer to be eaten. In this dish, the sweet flavor of the fig glaze goes perfectly with the pork and tangy goat cheese. -Kim Banick, Turner, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h10m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
2 ounces fresh goat cheese
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)
2 whole cloves
1 whole star anise
1/2 cup dried figs, chopped
1/2 cup water
Chopped fresh chives, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat air fryer to 350°. In a large bowl, combine bread crumbs and eggs. Add sausage; mix lightly but thoroughly. Divide into 18 portions. Shape each portion around 1/2 teaspoon cheese to cover completely. in batches, place meatballs on a greased tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until cooked through, 25-30 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, bring vinegar, sugar, cinnamon, cloves and star anise to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes. Discard cinnamon, cloves and star anise. Add figs; cook until softened, 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat; cool slightly. Transfer to a blender. Add 1/2 cup water; process until almost smooth. Serve with meatballs. If desired, top meatballs with chopped chives. , Freeze option: Freeze cooled meatballs and sauce in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a covered saucepan, stirring gently; add a little water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 175mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right meatballs: Look for meatballs that are made with a combination of ground beef and pork, and that have a good amount of seasoning. You can also make your own meatballs using your favorite recipe.
  • Preheat your air fryer: This will help to ensure that the meatballs cook evenly.
  • Cook the meatballs in batches: Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket, or the meatballs won't cook evenly. Cook the meatballs in batches, if necessary.
  • Flip the meatballs halfway through cooking: This will help to ensure that they cook evenly on all sides.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness: The meatballs should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Serve the meatballs immediately: Air-fried meatballs are best served immediately, so that they can be enjoyed at their crispy best.

Conclusion:

Air-fried meatballs are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional fried meatballs. They are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, and they can be made with a variety of different ingredients. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a party appetizer, air-fried meatballs are sure to be a hit.

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