5 from 15 votes
Air Fryer Frozen Meatballs
This recipe details how to cook pre-cooked frozen meatballs in an air fryer, resulting in a crispy exterior and juicy interior without added oil. The method involves preheating the air fryer, placing the frozen meatballs in a single layer, and shaking the basket halfway through cooking for even browning. This approach is practical for quick snacks or meal additions using pre-made frozen items.
Prep Time
1 min
Cook Time
11 mins
Total Time
12 mins
Servings:
4
Calories:
298 kcal
Course:
Appetizer, Lunch, Dinner
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 16 ounces meatballs 1 bag, pre-cooked frozen, 454g
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F / 200 degrees C.
- Remove frozen precooked meatballs from the package and place them in the air fryer basket. You should be able to fit around 20, depending on the size of your air fryer. Cook in batches if needed.
- Cook for 9-11 minutes, or until golden brown just on top. Shake the basket halfway through the cooking time to turn them.
- Remove meatballs and serve as is, or with a dipping sauce of your choice.
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Notes
- Arrange meatballs in a single layer with space around them to ensure even crisping.
- Preheat your air fryer before cooking to achieve the best texture.
- Cook meatballs in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the basket.
- Shake the basket halfway through cooking for uniform browning.
- No additional oil is required for cooking these pre-cooked meatballs.
- Use parchment paper in the basket to simplify cleanup, following your air fryer’s instructions.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within three days.
Nutrition Information
Calories
298kcal
(15%)
Protein
19g
(38%)
Fat
24g
(37%)
Saturated Fat
9g
(45%)
Cholesterol
82mg
(27%)
Sodium
64mg
(3%)
Potassium
325mg
(7%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
16mg
(2%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 298
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 298kcal | 15% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 82mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 64mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 325mg | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.