Air Fryer Chicken Meatballs

5 from 3 votes

Forget every other meatball recipe you know because these Air Fryer Chicken Meatballs really are the best ever! Minimal prep, great satisfying flavor, and ultra juicy - what's not to love? Plus, these easy chicken meatballs go great with everything - serve them as an appetizer or for dinner!

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings meatballs

Calories 51

Author Jessica Kwon

Equipment

Air fryer

Ingredients

1 lb ground chicken I used 92%
1 egg
½ cup Panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoon milk
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
¾ teaspoon salt I used pink Himalayan salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
Oil spray

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

To a large bowl, add all the ingredients except oil. Lightly whisk the egg first, then gently combine all the ingredients together. Make sure you don't over-mix or else the meatballs will be tough. Use your clean hands or a spatula to lightly fold together for just a couple seconds.
Use a 1½ tablespoon cookie scooper or measuring spoon to divide the mixture into 20 pieces. Roll into balls.
Preheat your air fryer to 350°F. If your air fryer doesn't have a preheating function, simply turn on and let heat up for 4-5 minutes. Spray the bottom with oil and add the meatballs. Air fry for 8-12 minutes or until the internal temperature is 165°F, shaking or flipping halfway.

Notes

To bake: Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and spray top with oil. Place meatballs on top, leaving a little space between each one, and spray with oil. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until internal temperature is 165°F, flipping halfway.
Substitute Panko breadcrumbs with Italian style or original breadcrumbs, or make your own.

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