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Air Fryer Chicken Meatballs

Air Fryer Chicken Meatballs are juicy and flavorful! This recipe is prepared in one bowl and cooks quickly in the air fryer. Plus, chicken meatballs pair well with a variety of dishes!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 187 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Air Fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Pound Ground Chicken
  • 1 Egg
  • 1 Tablespoon Coconut Flour
  • 1 Teaspoon Salt
  • ½ Teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • ½ Teaspoon Dried Rosemary
  • ½ Teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ¼ Teaspoon Black Pepper
  • ¼ Teaspoon Paprika

Instructions
 

  • Start by adding ground chicken, coconut flour, egg, and all spices into a bowl. Mix until fully combined.
  • Use a cookie scoop or large spoon to make meatballs. (It should yield around 18 meatballs.)
  • Place the meatballs on a parchment paper lined try or greased air fryer basket.
  • Air fry at 375 degrees for 18-20 minutes.

Notes

Expert Tips

  • Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature is 165 degrees before serving.
  • Do not overmix the ground chicken. Fold in the flour, egg, and spices until it is combined.
  • Use a small cookie scoop to make even sized meatballs.
  • If you're using an air fryer basket, you will need to cook the meatballs in two batches. Do not overcrowd the basket.
  • Make sure you spray the bottom of the air fryer basket with coconut oil or avocado oil to prevent sticking.
  • Do not overcook or they will dry out!

How to store leftovers

Leftover meatballs can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days in an airtight container.
You can also freeze the cooked chicken meatballs for up to 2 months in a freezer safe container!
To re-heat chicken meatballs, air fry at 375 degrees for about 2 minutes.
**See full post for more information, step by step photos, and helpful tips!

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 187kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 22gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 138mgSodium: 669mgPotassium: 615mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 75IUVitamin C: 0.5mgCalcium: 17mgIron: 1mg
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