Description
These flavorful Air Fryer Chicken Meatballs are packed with Parmesan cheese and herbs, offering a juicy and tender bite with a crisp exterior. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or main dish, they cook quickly in the air fryer for a hands-off, healthy meal option.
Ingredients
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Meatball Mixture
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 3 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp parsley (dried) or 2 tbsp fresh
Instructions
- Mix ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, egg, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, olive oil, and parsley. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Shape meatballs: Take a heaping tablespoon of the mixture and gently shape it into a ball. Place each ball on a parchment-lined sheet. This recipe yields about 24 meatballs.
- Preheat air fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and preheat for a few minutes. Line the air fryer basket with foil or spray it with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook the meatballs: Place the meatballs in a single layer in the basket, making sure they are not overcrowded. Air fry for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are browned and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Cooking in batches: Remove cooked batches and repeat with remaining mixture. To serve all at once, reheat all cooked meatballs in the air fryer for a couple of minutes before serving.
- Serve: Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping or as a main dish with pasta or salad.
Notes
- Store – Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave before serving.
- Freeze – Arrange uncooked meatballs on a parchment-lined sheet and freeze. Once frozen, transfer to a ziplock bag for up to 3 months. To cook from frozen, air fry for approximately 12 minutes until thoroughly cooked.
- Ensure meatballs are cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F for safety and optimal juiciness.
- You can customize herbs and spices according to your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (about 84g)
- Calories: 211 kcal
- Sugar: 0.8 g
- Sodium: 235 mg
- Fat: 12.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5.5 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 20.4 g
- Cholesterol: 66 mg
