Are you craving a mouthwatering meal that's quick, easy, and absolutely delicious? Look no further than these air fryer frozen meatballs! Imagine transforming ordinary frozen meatballs into crispy, golden-brown perfection in just 15 minutes, with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Whether you're a busy parent, a hungry college student, or just someone who loves convenient and tasty meals, this recipe is about to become your new secret weapon in the kitchen.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound frozen meatballs
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 1 pound of frozen meatballs, 1 cup of marinara sauce, 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, and fresh parsley for garnish.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes. This ensures that the meatballs cook evenly and thoroughly.
- While the air fryer is preheating, take the frozen meatballs out of the package and place them in a mixing bowl.
- Once the air fryer is preheated, arrange the frozen meatballs in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Make sure not to overcrowd the basket to allow proper air circulation.
- Cook the meatballs in the air fryer for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time to ensure even cooking. The meatballs should be golden brown and heated through.
- While the meatballs are cooking, heat the marinara sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat until warmed through, stirring occasionally.
- Once the meatballs are done cooking, carefully remove them from the air fryer and place them in a serving dish.
- Pour the warmed marinara sauce over the meatballs, making sure they are well coated.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese generously over the sauced meatballs.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and added flavor.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious air fryer frozen meatballs as an appetizer or main dish!
Tips
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket - give your meatballs space to breathe and crisp up evenly.
- Shake the basket halfway through cooking to ensure all sides get that perfect golden-brown color.
- Use a meat thermometer to check that meatballs reach an internal temperature of 165°F for food safety.
- For extra flavor, try different marinara sauces or add a sprinkle of Italian seasoning before cooking.
- If your meatballs are particularly large, you might need to add 2-3 extra minutes to the cooking time.
- Let the meatballs rest for a minute after cooking to help them retain their juiciness.
- For a low-carb option, serve over zucchini noodles instead of pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 22g
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 85mg
