Air Fryer Chicken Meatballs
Crispy, juicy Air Fryer Chicken Meatballs are perfect for appetizers, pasta, or sandwiches. Easy, flavorful, and ready in under 40 minutes.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- cooking spray or oil
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, egg, panko breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and parsley. Mix until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into 1 to 1.5 inch meatballs.
- Lightly grease the air fryer basket with cooking spray or oil. Place meatballs in a single layer, leaving space between each.
- Air fry for 15-18 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and the internal temp reaches 165°F.
- Cut one open to confirm it’s fully cooked with no pink inside.
- Remove and serve hot with your favorite sauce or sides.
- Garnish with parsley or Parmesan if desired.
Notes
🥡 STORAGE
- Store cooled meatballs in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days
- Freeze cooked meatballs for up to 2-3 months. Flash freeze on a baking sheet before transferring to a freezer-safe container
♨️ REHEATING
- Air fryer: 350°F for 3-5 minutes
- Microwave: 30-60 seconds until warmed through
- Oven: 350°F for 10-12 minutes
- Skillet: Reheat in a pan with a splash of water or sauce until hot
❄️ FREEZING
- Freeze meatballs individually on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag
- Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating
💡 TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS
- Preheat the air fryer before cooking
- Avoid overmixing the meatball mixture
- Use a food thermometer to ensure doneness
- Flip meatballs halfway through cooking for even browning
🍳 ALTERNATE COOKING METHODS
- Oven: Bake at 375°F for 20-25 minutes
- Stovetop: Pan-sear over medium heat, then finish covered with a splash of broth or sauce until cooked through
- Broiler: Broil 4-6 inches from the heat source for 8-10 minutes, turning halfway through
♻️ LEFTOVERS
- Turn leftovers into wraps, sandwiches, or meatball subs
- Chop into salads, grain bowls, or use as pizza topping
- Reheat and serve with different dipping sauces for a fresh twist
Nutrition
Serving: 4meatballs | Calories: 210kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 138mg | Sodium: 721mg | Potassium: 643mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 238IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 2mg
