Juicy Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs You’ll Love to Make Tonight

Delicious Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs, juicy and crispy, perfect for a weeknight meal.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 meatballs

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Meatballs

1 pound Ground turkey Choose lean ground turkey for tender meatballs.
1 cup Breadcrumbs Plain or seasoned breadcrumbs.
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese Adds flavor.
1 large Egg Helps bind meatballs.
1/4 cup Fresh parsley Chopped finely.
2 cloves Garlic cloves Minced.
1/2 medium Onion Grated or finely minced.
1 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning A blend of herbs.

For Serving (Optional)

1 cup Marinara sauce Heat and serve over meatballs.
1/4 cup Fresh basil For garnish.

Equipment

Air Fryer

Method

How to Make Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs

Preheat the air fryer to 375°F for 5 minutes.
Mix ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, parsley, garlic, onion, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Shape the mixture into 1½-inch meatballs.
Air-fry in a single layer for 12–15 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
Simmer marinara sauce and gently add cooked meatballs for 2 minutes.
Serve with pasta, salad, or greens, garnished with fresh basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with lemon wedges for a fresh zing.

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