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Easy Air Fryer Meatballs

Perfectly browned air fryer meatballs made with ground beef, Parmesan, and garlic — ready in 22 minutes with minimal cleanup and maximum flavor.
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Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:12 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef 80/20 blend
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs Italian-seasoned
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon milk

Instructions

  • Preheat your air fryer to 400°F for 3–5 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and mix until just combined — don't overwork the meat or the meatballs will turn out dense.
  • Roll into 1.5-inch balls (about the size of a golf ball). You should get roughly 20 meatballs.
  • Place in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Don't overcrowd — work in batches if needed.
  • Air fry at 400°F for 10–12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  • Rest for 2 minutes before serving.