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Juicy Air Fryer Italian Meatballs

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Make simple, flavorful Italian meatballs using your air fryer for a quick and easy meal or appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 recommended)
  • 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Cooking spray (non-stick)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined; do not overmix.
  2. Roll the mixture into uniform balls, about 1.5 inches in diameter. You should get about 18-20 meatballs.
  3. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  4. Arrange the meatballs in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding, which causes steaming instead of crisping.
  5. Set the air fryer temperature to 375°F (190°C).
  6. Air fry for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping the meatballs halfway through the cooking time.
  7. Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer; they are done when they reach 160°F (71°C).
  8. Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately with your favorite sauce or use them in a meatball sub.

Notes

  • For extra moisture, you can lightly brush the raw meatballs with olive oil before air frying.
  • If you are cooking frozen meatballs, increase the cooking time to 15-18 minutes at 375°F (190°C), flipping halfway.
  • To prevent sticking, ensure you use a quality non-stick spray or line the basket with a perforated parchment liner designed for air fryers.

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