We love these tasty homemade Air Fryer Meatballs served with our favorite pasta sauce or even in a meatball sub!

Ground beef and pork are combined with our favorite Italian inspired flavors make these juicy bites a crowd pleaser! Save on time, clean up, and even calories by using the air fryer!

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Air Fryer Meatballs

Air Fryer Meatballs are crisp on the outside and juicy inside!

An air fryer is quick cooking (I have this air fryer here), these meatballs will cook in almost the time it takes to boil your pasta. Heat up some marinara sauce you’ve got the perfect Spaghetti and Meatballs dinner!

These meatballs don’t just have to be a meal, they’re great for snacking or as an appetizer too!

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Ingredients and Variations

MEAT The meat is the most important part of any great meatball recipe! Lean ground beef and pork are the perfect blend of flavor and ensures they’re juicy.

SEASONINGS Italian seasoning along with Parmesan and onion powder are our favorites. I prefer onion powder in this recipe as they cook quickly and raw onion may not have a chance to cook through properly.

EGG & BREADCRUMBS Egg and breadcrumbs hold everything together.

How to Cook Air Fryer Meatballs

  1. Combine all of the ingredients.
  2. Form and place in the Air Fryer basket.
  3. Cook according to recipe below.
  4. Let meatballs rest a few minutes before serving.

Air Fryers can vary slightly, check your meatballs a couple of minutes early to ensure they don’t overcook. The meatballs should be 165°F in the center.

Air Fryer Meatballs in the air fryer before cooking

What to Serve with Air Fryer Meatballs

Fresh or frozen meatballs are easy to pop into soups or stews. We absolutely love them in our Spaghetti Carbonara or Italian Wedding Soup. Don’t forget some Cheesy Breadsticks. Mix up a brightly flavored Tossed Salad and dinner is served!

Leftovers

  • Keep leftover meatballs in an airtight container or a zippered bag in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and in the freezer for up to a month.
  • Reheat meatballs by microwaving them a minute at a time on high until they are heated through, or place them on a baking sheet and put them under the broiler for a few minutes until they are crisp again.

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Juicy Air Fryer Meatballs

Seasoned with breadcrumbs & Parmesan, these Air Fryer Meatballs are tender & juicy!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings 16 meatballs
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Ingredients  

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • ½ pound lean ground pork
  • cup seasoned bread crumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions 

  • Combine all ingredients except beef and pork in a medium bowl. Mix well.
  • Add beef and pork and mix to combine. Divide into 16 meatballs.
  • Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
  • Place meatballs in a single layer in the air fryer. Turn air fryer down to 380°F.
  • Cook meatballs for 12-14 minutes or until browned and the center of the meatball reaches 165°F.
  • Rest 3 minutes before serving.

Notes

Air Fryers can vary slightly, check your meatballs a couple of minutes early to ensure they don't overcook. The meatballs should be 165°F in the center.
Keep leftover meatballs in an airtight container or a zippered bag in the fridge for up to 4 days and in the freezer for up to a month.
4.98 from 191 votes

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1meatball | Calories: 114 | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 143mg | Potassium: 139mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 65IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

Course Appetizer, Beef, Dinner, Entree, Main Course, Pork
Cuisine American
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Holly Nilsson is the creator of Spend With Pennies, where she creates easy, comforting recipes made for real life. With a passion for nostalgic flavors and simplified techniques, Holly helps busy home cooks create delicious meals that always work. She is also the author of “Everyday Comfort,” which promises to inspire even more hearty, home-cooked meals.
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  1. Just received your email with recipes and they look easy to do and wholesome. Will be trying your meatball recipe now. Thank you very much.

  2. Could I make these meatballs and store them in the freezer before air frying making it convenient for a quick meal?

    1. Defintiely! They freeze well. I like to cook them and freeze them after cooking so I can just reheat and enjoy when needed.

      1. I getting ready to make these however, my ground pork is frozen. Can I use breakfast plain breakfast sausage to replace the ground pork?

  3. Hi holly

    could the meat mixture be prepared the day before and kept in the fridge , to make the following day.

    Thanks

  4. Am making these today. My Air Fryer has four settings. Air Fry, Roast, Bake, Broil. Which setting should I use for this recipe? (Pretty sure it is not Broil!).
    Thanks
    miminevs

  5. These meatballs were very tasty. They were nicely browned and soft inside. My husband made them and got 15 meatballs. We will use this recipe often!5 stars