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Air fryer panko crusted parmesan meatballs recipe card – high-protein appetizer

Air Fryer Parmesan-crusted Meatballs

Crispy, golden parmesan-panko crust meets juicy, seasoned meatballs made in the air fryer. Packed with 10g of protein per meatball, these are the ideal grab-and-go snack or meal prep staple for busy weeks.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Rest Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 14 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80

Ingredients
  

Meatball Mixture
  • 1 pound 93/7 ground turkey/beef
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup white onion diced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Breadcrumb Mixture
  • 1 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Pinch of salt and black pepper
Egg Wash
  • 1 egg beaten

Directions
 

  1. Peel, rinse and finely dice 1/2 cup of onion.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 lb ground turkey, 1 large egg, 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup diced onion, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Mix until fully incorporated, but do not overmix.
  4. In another bowl, add 1 ½ cups panko breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika and a pinch of salt and black pepper.
  5. Mix together until everything is combined.
  6. In a third bowl, add a large egg or two and beat.
  7. Using a cookie scoop, scoop some of the mixture and place in your hand.
  8. Roll into a ball
  9. Dip the ball into the egg wash, then dip it in the panko mixture, then return to the air fryer basket. Repeat this process for all of the meatballs.
  10. Spray the meatballs with non-stick cooking spray.
  11. Bake on 375F for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway.
  12. Let it cool for several minutes before serving.

Video

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 375°F for 3 to 4 minutes to restore crispiness.