Best 2 Air Fry Frozen Meatballs Recipes

**Air-Fry Frozen Meatballs: A Quick and Easy Appetizer or Main Course**

Frozen meatballs are a convenient and versatile food that can be prepared in a variety of ways. One of the easiest and most delicious ways to cook frozen meatballs is in an air fryer. Air frying is a healthier cooking method that uses hot air to circulate around food, resulting in crispy and evenly cooked results. In this article, we'll provide two air fryer recipes for frozen meatballs: one for a simple appetizer and one for a hearty main course. Whether you're looking for a quick snack or a satisfying meal, these air fryer frozen meatball recipes have you covered.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

HOW TO COOK FROZEN MEATBALLS IN THE AIR FRYER

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This isn't a recipe but more of a how-to. These are great on their own or drizzled in sauce topped on pasta. Crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories Air Fryer Recipes

Time 13m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 2

Ingredients

1 (12 ounce) package frozen cooked meatballs
nonstick cooking spray

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 380 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Spread out frozen meatballs in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Spray tops with cooking spray.
Cook in the air fryer for 4 minutes. Shake, and cook for an additional 4 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.6 calories, Carbohydrate 7.2 g, Cholesterol 94.2 mg, Fat 14.5 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 139.8 mg

AIR FRYER MEATBALLS

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After cooking meatballs in the air fryer, I will never bake them in the oven again. The insides stay nice and tender while the outsides get a slight crisp on them. The best part is that you can make them ahead of time and freeze for later use. I have included those directions in the notes. Dip meatballs in marinara, if desired.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Ground Pork Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

16 ounces lean ground beef
4 ounces ground pork
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon salt
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 egg
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
⅓ cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs

Steps:

Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Combine beef, pork, Italian seasoning, salt, garlic, egg, Parmesan cheese, and bread crumbs in a large bowl. Mix well until evenly combined. Form into 16 equally-sized meatballs using an ice cream scoop and place on a baking sheet.
Place 1/2 of the meatballs in the basket of the air fryer and cook 8 minutes. Shake the basket and cook 2 minutes more. Transfer to a serving plate and let rest for 5 minutes. Repeat with remaining meatballs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95.8 calories, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 35.5 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 170.4 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

Tips:

Choose high-quality frozen meatballs: Look for meatballs made with good-quality meat and simple, natural ingredients. Avoid meatballs with artificial fillers or excessive breading.

Preheat your air fryer: Preheating the air fryer helps to ensure that the meatballs cook evenly and quickly. Most air fryers recommend preheating to 350°F (175°C) for 3-5 minutes.

Arrange the meatballs in a single layer: Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket. Leave some space between the meatballs so that they can cook evenly.

Cook the meatballs in batches if necessary: If you have a lot of meatballs to cook, cook them in batches to avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket.

Flip the meatballs halfway through cooking: Flipping the meatballs halfway through cooking helps to ensure that they cook evenly on all sides.

Adjust the cooking time depending on the size of the meatballs: Smaller meatballs will cook faster than larger meatballs. Check the meatballs for doneness a few minutes before the recommended cooking time is up.

Let the meatballs rest before serving: Let the meatballs rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.

Conclusion:

Air frying frozen meatballs is a quick, easy, and healthy way to enjoy this classic appetizer or main course. By following these tips, you can cook frozen meatballs in your air fryer that are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce or as part of a larger meal. Enjoy!