Description
These Air Fryer Chicken Meatballs with Parmesan are a quick and healthy snack or meal option. Made with ground chicken, seasoned with garlic, onion, paprika, and Parmesan cheese, then air-fried to perfection for a crispy exterior and juicy interior. Perfect for serving with marinara sauce or as a protein-packed appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatball Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 egg
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 3 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp parsley (dried) or 2 tbsp fresh parsley
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, olive oil, and parsley. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Shape Meatballs: Using a heaping tablespoon of the mixture, shape it into a ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture, resulting in approximately 24 meatballs. Place the shaped meatballs on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). You can line the basket with foil or spray it with cooking spray to make cleaning easier.
- Cook Meatballs: Place the meatballs in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Cook for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are browned and cooked through. Ensure an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) using a meat thermometer.
- Serve: Remove the meatballs from the air fryer. Optionally, re-warm all the cooked meatballs together for a few minutes. Serve warm with marinara sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow even cooking.
- If you prefer, you can use fresh parsley instead of dried; adjust the quantity accordingly.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure meatballs are fully cooked for safety.
- These meatballs can be frozen after cooking and reheated in the air fryer.
- Serve with a side of pasta, salad, or as an appetizer with dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
