What's better than a juicy, flavorful meatball? One that's cooked to perfection in your air fryer, of course!
Whether you're serving them as an appetizer or entree, cooking frozen meatballs in an air fryer is quick, easy, and yields delicious results.
Here's a step-by-step guide on how to cook frozen meatballs in an air fryer!
[adinserter block="2"]
What You'll Need:
- Cooking spray
- Frozen Meatballs
How to Cook Frozen Meatballs in an Air Fryer
- Add a light coat of cooking spray to your air fryer basket.
- Spread a single layer of frozen meatballs in the fry basket. Be sure not to overcrowd the basket, as this will prevent the meatballs from cooking evenly. If necessary, cook them in batches.
- Set the air fryer temperature to 200°C/190°F and the timer to 6 minutes and let it cook.
- After 6 minutes, remove the fry basket and give it a good shake to ensure all the meatballs cook evenly.
- Replace the fry basket and cook for another 6 minutes.
- Serve with your favourite dipping sauce and enjoy!
Frozen Meatballs in Air Fryer FAQ
Do I need to defrost frozen meatballs before cooking them in an air fryer?
No, you do not need to defrost frozen meatballs before cooking them in an air fryer. Frozen meat should always be cooked from frozen in an air fryer.
How long to cook frozen meatballs in an air fryer?
Frozen meatballs usually take between 12-15 minutes to cook depending on the size of the meatballs and the air fryer you're using.
[adinserter block="2"]
What temperature to cook frozen meatballs in an air fryer?
We usually cook frozen meatballs in our air fryer at 200°C/190°F. If you're using really big meatballs, it's best to increase the cooking time instead of increasing the temperature.
See Also: How to cook frozen burgers in an air fryer
Wrapping up
As you can see, cooking frozen meatballs in an air fryer is an extremely quick and easy way to get a delicious meal on the table fast.
With just a few minutes of prep time, you can have a hot and satisfying meal that everyone will love.
So why not give it a try? You might just surprise yourself with how much you enjoy it!
Leave a Reply