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Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs

Air fryer turkey meatballs are mixed with Parmesan, panko, and Italian seasoning, then cooked until the centers reach 165°F. They turn out tender inside with lightly browned edges in the air fryer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 275
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese finely grated
  • 1 egg large
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 2 tbsp yellow onion finely grated
  • 1 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 0.75 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 1 lb ground turkey 93% lean
  • 1 nonstick cooking spray

Equipment

  • 1 6-quart air fryer

Method
 

  1. Preheat a 6-quart air fryer to 375°F for 3 minutes.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix the panko, Parmesan, egg, milk, onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Gently mix in the ground turkey just until combined.
  4. Shape the mixture into 16 meatballs, about 1 1/2 inches wide.
  5. Lightly coat the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
  6. Arrange the meatballs in a single layer with space between them, working in batches as needed.
  7. Air-fry at 375°F for 10–12 minutes, turning the meatballs halfway through, until the centers reach 165°F.
  8. Lightly coat the basket with cooking spray before each batch.

Notes

For tender meatballs, mix the turkey just until combined. Refrigerate leftovers for 3–4 days or freeze them for up to 3 months. For a gluten-free swap, use gluten-free panko.