Air Fryer Chicken Meatballs
Air Fryer Chicken Meatballs are a quick, flavorful, and healthier alternative to traditional meatballs. These juicy bites of ground chicken are air-fried to perfection, resulting in a crispy exterior while maintaining moisture inside. Ideal for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, you can easily customize the flavors with your favorite herbs and spices. Serve them with a dipping sauce or over pasta for a satisfying meal that everyone will adore.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 meatballs (4 servings) 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground chicken
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Form mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a plate.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with nonstick spray and arrange meatballs in a single layer.
- Air fry for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
- Serve hot with your favorite sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg