Air Fryer Chicken Meatballs
If you’re looking for juicy meatballs, look no further than these Air Fryer Chicken Meatballs! Made with ground chicken, they’re cooked in just 15 minutes in the air fryer, giving you perfect meatballs every time. Serve them with spaghetti, in a sandwich, or on their own with a dipping sauce. Whether you're making Air Fryer Chicken Balls or chicken meatballs air fryer, this recipe will become a family favorite. Cooking meatballs in the air fryer has never been so easy and delicious!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat the Air Fryer:
- Set your air fryer to 375°F and allow it to preheat for 2-3 minutes.
Mix Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
Shape Meatballs:
- Use your hands to roll the mixture into 1-1.5 inch meatballs. Place them in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each meatball.
Cook Meatballs:
- Air fry at 375°F for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the meatballs are golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
Serve and Enjoy:
- Let the meatballs rest for a minute before serving. Enjoy them with your favorite dipping sauce, over pasta, or in a sandwich.
Notes
- Freezing: These meatballs freeze well! After cooking, let them cool completely and store them in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months.
- Customizing: Add finely grated veggies (like zucchini or carrots) for extra nutrition.
- For Spicy Meatballs: Add red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to the mix.