Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs
Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs
After being sick for seven weeks with pneumonia (which actually ended up being GERD), I’ve had more time at home and have been cooking dinner for the family every night. One meal we all enjoyed was Air Fried Turkey Meatballs, inspired by Megane Woldsen on Instagram.
I adapted the recipe to create a healthier, family-friendly spaghetti and meatball dinner using ground turkey instead of ground beef. The Air Fryer gives them a crispy outside while keeping the inside tender.
These meatballs are versatile and can be served with spaghetti, made into kabobs, or placed in a sub sandwich. Ready in just 10 minutes, they’re a quick, healthy dinner everyone will love!
• Difficulty Level: Easy
• Serving size: 4 servings
• Total cook time: 10 minutes
• Family friendly: YES - my son loves meatballs
Why You Will Love These Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs
Any recipe that uses the Air Fryer is right up my alley. If you love crispy, tender meatballs without the additional oil and grease, this is the recipe you will want to make. It's simple, filling, flavorful, and a meal that the whole family will enjoy.
It's hard for me to find a ground turkey recipe that actually tastes good, so when I find a good recipe, like this one, I add it to my monthly dinner rotation.
Not only is this recipe better for you, but tastes really good. If you want to opt for a healthier spaghetti and meatballs recipe, try this one! With a 10-minute cook time and 7 ingredients (most of which you probably have in your fridge and pantry), you can make this during those busy weekdays or when you aren't in the mood for a huge meal on the weekend.
If You Enjoy Healthy Air Fryer Recipes, You May Also Like
Air Fryer Crispy Ramen-Crusted Chicken
Air Fryer Chicken Tenders with PopCorners Crust
Air Fryer Smash Burger Taco
Crispy Air Fryer Caesar Chicken
How to Store and Reheat Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs
Store pasta and meatballs in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to five days. Reheat in the microwave for 2 minutes, or the Air Fryer for 2-5 minutes, checking on it and flipping over as needed.
Adjust to Your Liking
• Want to use ground beef instead of ground turkey? That's totally fine! I tend to lean towards a 93/7 or 90/10 ground beef when possible for a healthier alternative
• You can switch out breadcrumbs for cornflakes cereal, rolled oats, crushed up crackers, and crushed PopCorners chips work really well
• Want a spicier meatball? Add crushed red peppers, Sriracha, or gochujang. You can also try my Easy Korean Turkey Meatball recipe for a spicy (but not too spicy) meatball instead
Ingredients for Turkey Meatballs:
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• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (we used the leftover ones from EveryPlate, but your choice of breadcrumbs work)
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp mustard
• Pepper, to taste
How to Make Turkey Meatballs in the Air Fryer (Step-by-Step)
✓ Step #1 Combine ingredients
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients together and mix together with your hands until everything is combined and ready to turn into meatballs.
✓ Step #2 Prepare meatballs
Take "dough" and form into meatballs. I was able to make 14 meatballs. You can make them however big or small you would like. Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees.
✓ Step #3 Air fry meatballs
Add the meatballs to the preheated air fryer and air fry at 375 degrees for 10 minutes, flipping them halfway.
✓ Step #4 Serve
Enjoy the meatballs on top of a bed of pasta and spaghetti sauce, or you can have them on their own with a side of garlic toast and roasted vegetables.
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