Description
A quick and easy recipe for perfectly cooked frozen meatballs using an air fryer. This method ensures crispy outsides while keeping the meatballs juicy inside, making them ideal for appetizers, entrees, or as a versatile addition to your favorite meals.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 (26-ounce) bag frozen meatballs
Instructions
- Place Meatballs in Air Fryer Basket: Place half of the frozen meatballs into the air fryer basket, ensuring they are spaced out to allow even cooking.
- Cook at 400°F for 10 Minutes: Close the basket and set the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook the meatballs for 10 minutes.
- Shake Basket Halfway: Halfway through cooking, shake the basket gently to turn the meatballs, ensuring they cook evenly on all sides.
- Finish Cooking: After 10 minutes, continue cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes if you prefer the meatballs extra crispy on the outside.
- Cook Remaining Meatballs: Repeat the process with the remaining half of the meatballs if desired.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the meatballs as an appetizer or main course. They pair well with BBQ sauce, marinara sauce, over spaghetti, or in any dish requiring meatballs.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- Cooking times may vary slightly depending on air fryer model and size of meatballs.
- Adjust cooking time if you prefer softer or more crispy meatballs.
- These meatballs can be served with a variety of sauces for versatility.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: air fryer frozen meatballs, quick party appetizer, easy meatball recipe, crispy meatballs, frozen meatballs air fryer
