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Juicy Chicken Meatballs in a white plate with marinara sauce on the sides.

Air Fryer Chicken Meatballs

Abi Guna
These easy-to-make healthy Air Fryer Chicken Meatballs recipe is just perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or even as a party appetizer packed with flavors!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 4 peoples
Calories 171 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Ice cream scoop
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Meat thermometer

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 medium egg
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ tablespoon worcestershire sauce
  • ½ cup regular breadcrumbs plain or panko
  • ¼ cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground pepper
  • Chopped fresh parsley to garnish
  • Marinara sauce to serve

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your air fryer to 390°F for 5 minutes. Line the air fryer basket with aluminum foil or parchment paper to prevent sticking and easy cleaning, and set it aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl combine the ingredients to make chicken meatballs; ground chicken, egg, olive oil, worcestershire sauce, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, salt and pepper. Mix everything together until well combined.
  • Using an ice cream scoop or your hands, scoop out portions of the chicken mixture and roll them into round balls. Place the meatballs on a plate. This recipe yields approximately 20-22 meatballs.
  • Arrange the chicken balls in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don’t touch or overcrowd. Air fry at 390°F for 10-12 minutes, flipping them halfway through. Cook until the meatballs are golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  • Once cooked, transfer the meatballs to a serving plate. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
  • Serve these juicy air-fried chicken meatballs with marinara sauce, ranch, or your favorite dip. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or main dish!

Notes

  • Line your air fryer basket with parchment paper or foil to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  • Place the meatballs in a single layer with space between them to allow air to circulate for even cooking. Cook in batches if necessary.
  • Turn the meatballs halfway through cooking to ensure they’re golden and evenly cooked on all sides.


Nutrition

Serving: 1 servingCalories: 171kcalCarbohydrates: 9.4gProtein: 11.2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2.9gCholesterol: 119mgSodium: 5044mgPotassium: 190mgFiber: 0.6gSugar: 1gCalcium: 96mg
Keyword Air fryer recipes, Appetizers, Chicken, Healthy, Main Dish, snacks
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