Air Fryer Chicken Zucchini Meatballs

Air fryer chicken meatballs piled high inside of a round pasta bowl.

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Air Fryer Chicken Zucchini Meatballs

These Air Fryer Chicken Zucchini Meatballs are crispy, juicy, and packed with fresh flavors. Ready in under 15 minutes, they’re perfect for quick, healthy meals.

Prep Time10

Cook Time15

Total Time25

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Diet: Low Fat

Servings: servings

Calories: 280kcal

Author: Mike Cleavenger

Equipment

Ingredients

1 pound ground chicken (454 grams)
1 zucchini grated
2 garlic cloves choppped
⅔ cup feta cheese crumbled (100 grams)
¼ cup basil leaves chopped
1 egg
4 tablespoons breadcrumbs (27 grams)
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
¼ teaspoon red chili flakes

Instructions

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
In a large mixing bowl, add ground chicken, grated zucchini, garlic, feta, basil, egg, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Use your hands to mix all the ingredients together.
Form the chicken mixture into 20 meatballs using a 1-ounce cookie scoop.
Place the meatballs in the air fryer basket, spacing them evenly, and cook for 10–15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Notes

You can use ground chicken, turkey, pork, or beef. Lean meats work best for a healthier option.
Don't Squeeze the Zucchini: The moisture helps keep the meatballs tender and juicy!
Shaping Tip: Lightly dampen your hands with water to prevent the mixture from sticking while forming meatballs.
Serving Ideas: Pair with spaghetti and marinara, stuff into a pita with tzatziki, or serve with a simple salad for a light meal.

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