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Air Fryer Meatball Recipe


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  • Author: meat and melt
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 15 meatballs 1x

Description

This air fryer meatball recipe is quick, simple, and completely stress-free. Juicy on the inside and perfectly browned on the outside, these meatballs are packed with flavor and cook without the mess of traditional methods. Perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or easy meal prep.


Ingredients

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  • 1 egg
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried minced onion
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup whole milk
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1/2 pound ground pork
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 3 tablespoons chopped parsley


Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix egg, garlic, onion, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add breadcrumbs and milk and let sit for 1 minute.
  3. Add beef and pork and mix gently.
  4. Stir in parmesan and parsley.
  5. Form into evenly sized meatballs.
  6. Chill for 1 hour if possible.
  7. Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
  8. Cook meatballs for 15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F.

Notes

Do not overmix the meat to keep meatballs tender. Chill time helps them hold shape and improves flavor. Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding. Use a meat thermometer for best results.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 meatball
  • Calories: 90
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg