Air Fryer Meatballs

Ingredients

Ground beef

1 pound

Breadcrumbs

1/2 cup

Onion

1 small, finely chopped

Garlic

2 cloves, minced

Egg

1 large

Parmesan cheese

1/4 cup, grated

Italian seasoning

1 teaspoon

Salt

1/2 teaspoon

Pepper

1/4 teaspoon

Marinara sauce

1 cup (for serving)

Fresh basil

for garnish

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix everything thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
2. Using your hands, shape the mixture into meatballs, each about 1 inch in diameter, ensuring they are compact to maintain their shape during cooking.
3. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
4. Place the meatballs in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure to leave some space between each meatball for even cooking.
5. Cook the meatballs in the air fryer for 15-20 minutes, flipping them halfway through for an even golden brown result. They should be browned and cooked through to an internal temperature of 160°F (70°C).
6. While the meatballs are cooking, gently heat the marinara sauce in a small saucepan until warm.
7. Once cooked, serve the meatballs with the warm marinara sauce and garnish with fresh basil leaves for a vibrant presentation.
8. Enjoy these delectable air fryer meatballs as a main course with pasta, or serve them as an appetizer with toothpicks for easy snacking!