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Air Fryer Frozen Turkey Meatballs

Name: Air Fryer Frozen Turkey Meatballs
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 17 min
Ingredients: 1 pound frozen turkey meatballs; 1/3 cup dipping sauce (optional)

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If you are like me, you love having a great plate of meatballs, served with your favorite sauce. Today, we are going to learn how to cook frozen turkey meatballs in the air fryer. It’s a great way to make a quick and healthy meal for your family.

Cooking frozen turkey meatballs in air fryer is a great way to cook them, whether you are cooking homemade turkey meatballs that you frozen, or store-bought turkey frozen meatballs.

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Why You Will Love Cooking Frozen Turkey Meatballs In The Air Fryer

Quick and Convenient: Cooking frozen turkey meatballs in the air fryer saves you time, no need to wait for the oven to preheat, and the cooking time in an air fryer is often 1/2 as much as a traditional oven.
Perfectly Crispy Texture: The air fryer cooks the meatballs to a golden, crispy exterior while keeping the inside juicy and tender.
Even Cooking: The air fryer ensures that the meatballs cook evenly, with just a few shakes, during the cooking process.
Healthier Option: Using the air fryer requires less oil compared to traditional frying, making it a healthier choice for enjoying meatballs.
Minimal Cleanup: The air fryer’s non-stick basket makes cleanup a breeze, saving you time and effort after enjoying your meal.

Try these easy turkey recipes for the air fryer: Air Fryer Turkey Meatloaf, Air Fryer Turkey Wings, or Air Fryer Boneless Turkey Breast Roast.

Ingredients You Will Need:

Here are the simple ingredients, you will need:

Frozen Turkey Meatballs: You can use frozen cooked, raw or precooked air fryer turkey meatballs.
Air Fryer: This recipe will work in an air fryer, whet the Instant Pot Vortex Plus, Ninja Foodi, or Power XL, or any air fryer oven.
Sauce: Use your favorite sauce, or serve on toothpicks for a quick appetizer.

How To Cook Frozen Turkey Meatballs In The Air Fryer

Here is an overview of how to cook turkey meatballs in an air fryer, the complete recipe, and detailed instructions are below in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.

Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer temperature to 375 degrees F (or 190°C) and preheat for 3-5 minutes.

Prepare the Meatballs: Remove the frozen turkey meatballs from their packaging. There’s no need to thaw them; you can cook them directly from frozen.

Arrange in the Basket: Place the meatballs in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding to ensure they cook evenly.

Air Fry Turkey Meatballs: Set cook time for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure they cook evenly. Check for a golden-brown exterior and an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Frozen Turkey Meatballs Recipe Tips

Preheat for Best Results: Always preheat your air fryer to ensure that the meatballs start cooking immediately and come out crispy on the outside.
Do Not Overcrowd: Place meatballs in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Overcrowding can lead to uneven cooking and less crispy results.
Shake the Basket: Halfway through cooking, shake the basket to ensure all sides of the meatballs are evenly browned and cooked through.
Check Internal Temperature: Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 165°F (74°C) to ensure they are fully cooked.
Let Them Rest: Allow the meatballs to rest for a few minutes after cooking to retain their juices and maintain their tenderness.

How Long To Cook Frozen Turkey Meatballs In Air Fryer

To cook frozen turkey meatballs in air fryer, preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees F. Cook the meatballs for about 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for even browning.

Remove the frozen turkey meatballs when the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. The cook time will depend on the thickness of the frozen turkey meatball, and the air fryer you are using.

Small Frozen Turkey Meatballs will take about 8-10 minutes of cook time, while thicker and bigger frozen meatballs, will take about 12-15 minutes of cook time.

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