Healthy Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs
These air fryer turkey meatballs are lean, quick and useful for meal prep. Parmesan and herbs add flavor while a small amount of breadcrumbs helps keep the texture tender.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground turkey 450 g
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup breadcrumbs 30 g
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan 25 g
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
- Olive oil spray optional
Instructions
- Combine turkey, egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic, seasoning, salt, pepper and parsley without overmixing.
- Shape into about 16 meatballs.
- Preheat air fryer to 380°F / 193°C.
- Arrange meatballs in one layer and lightly spray if desired.
- Air fry 10–14 minutes, turning once.
- Check the center of the largest meatball; ground poultry should reach at least 165°F / 74°C.
Notes
Cooking times can vary by equipment and ingredient size. Nutrition information is an estimate and may vary based on ingredients, brands, and portion sizes.