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air fryer turkey meatballs
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Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs

This quick and easy Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs recipe makes a batch of perfect turkey meatballs with crisp, golden surfaces and juicy, flavorful centers in your air fryer or Ninja Foodi!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keyword: air fried turkey meatballs, air fryer turkey meatballs, turkey meatballs in the air fryer
Servings: 6
Calories: 137kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer or Ninja Foodi

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil
  • cup breadcrumbs seasoned or panko (regular or gluten-free)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Set the air fryer to 375F and let preheat for 3-5 minutes while making the meatballs.
  • Add the egg to a large mixing bowl, and beat until smooth. Then, add the ground turkey, bread crumbs, oil, and dry seasonings. Using your hands, mix the ingredients thoroughly, without overmixing.
  • Roll the turkey mixture into balls using 1-1½ tablespoons each. Then, carefully place the turkey
  • meatballs in a single layer at the bottom of the preheated basket, leaving space in between each.
  • Set the air fryer to cook for 15 minutes. at 375F.
  • At the 7-8 minute mark, flip the meatballs using tongs and cook for the remaining time.
  • For extra crisped surfaces, cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  • Remove with tongs and serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 137kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 321mg | Potassium: 263mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 23IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg