Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs

Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs

Looking for a quick and healthy dinner idea? These Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with flavor. Perfect for spaghetti, kabobs, or subs, they’re a versatile dish your whole family will love. Plus, they’re ready in just 10 minutes!

I am out of work and so I have been cooking dinner every night for the family. We all enjoyed this one - Air Fried Turkey Meatballs. Inspired by Megane Woldsen on Instagram, I adapted this recipe to create a family-friendly spaghetti and meatball dinner.

These meatballs are versatile and can be served with spaghetti, made into kabobs, or placed in a sub sandwich. Ready in just 10 minutes, they’re a quick, healthy dinner everyone will love!

Homemade Turkey Meatballs right out of the Air Fryer, ready to serve
Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs fresh out of the basket - golden brown, crispy on the outside, and perfectly tender inside.

  • Difficulty Level: Easy
  • Serving size: 4 servings
  • Total cook time: 10 minutes
  • Family friendly: YES - my son loves meatballs

Why You Will Love These Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs

Any recipe that uses the Air Fryer is right up my alley. If you love crispy, tender meatballs without the additional oil and grease, this is the recipe you will want to make. It's simple, filling, flavorful, and a meal that the whole family will enjoy.

It's hard for me to find a ground turkey recipe that actually tastes good, so when I find a good recipe, like this one, I add it to my monthly dinner rotation.

Not only is this recipe better for you, but it tastes really good. If you want to opt for a healthier spaghetti and meatballs recipe, try this one! With a 10-minute cook time and 7 ingredients (most of which you probably have in your fridge and pantry), you can make this during those busy weekdays or when you aren't in the mood for a huge meal on the weekend.

If You Enjoy Healthy Air Fryer Recipes, You May Also Like

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Air Fryer Chicken Tenders with PopCorners Crust
Air Fryer Smash Burger Taco
Crispy Air Fryer Caesar Chicken

How to Store and Reheat Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs

Store pasta and meatballs in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to five days. Reheat in the microwave for 2 minutes, or the Air Fryer for 2–5 minutes, flipping over as needed.

Adjust to Your Liking

  • Want to use ground beef instead of ground turkey? That’s totally fine! I lean toward a 93/7 or 90/10 ground beef for a healthier option.
  • Switch out breadcrumbs for cornflakes, rolled oats, crushed crackers, or PopCorners chips.
  • Want it spicier? Add crushed red pepper, Sriracha, or gochujang. You can also try my Easy Korean Turkey Meatballs for a flavorful twist.

Ingredients for Turkey Meatballs:

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• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (we used the leftover ones from EveryPlate, but any brand works)
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp mustard
• Pepper, to taste

Spaghetti noodles, seasonings, ground turkey and breadcrumbs
Mixing all ingredients together to form flavorful turkey meatballs before cooking.

How to Make Turkey Meatballs in the Air Fryer (Step-by-Step)

✓ Step #1: Combine ingredients – In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and mix with your hands until everything is well combined and ready to form into meatballs.

Ingredients for Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs in a bowl ready to mix
All ingredients for Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs in a mixing bowl before combining - simple, healthy, and ready to mix.

✓ Step #2: Prepare meatballs – Form into meatballs—I made 14 total. Size can vary based on preference. Preheat your Air Fryer to 375°F.

Homemade turkey meatballs, uncooked, added to an air fryer
Uncooked turkey meatballs placed in the preheated air fryer basket, ready to cook at 375°F.

✓ Step #3: Air fry meatballs – Place the meatballs in the preheated Air Fryer and cook at 375°F for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.

✓ Step #4: Serve – Serve over spaghetti with sauce or enjoy on their own with garlic bread and veggies.

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