5 from 46 votes

Air Fryer Frozen Meatballs

These frozen meatballs in the air fryer cook from frozen in about 12 minutes. Toss them with marinara, BBQ, teriyaki, sweet chili, sweet and sour, or Alfredo sauce for a quick dinner, appetizer, or bowl.

Cook Time12

Total Time12

Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 238kcal

Author: Davinah

Equipment

Ninja Foodi

Ingredients

3/4 lb Meatballs Do not thaw. You can get any kind of previously cooked meatballs - but those with 8g of carbs or less, tend to be more meat and less breading
1 cup Marinara Sauce I warmed mine in the microwave for 90 seconds when the meatballs were done

Instructions

Add the frozen meatballs to the air fryer cooking basket.
Air Fry on 400 degrees for 6 minutes.
Flip the meatballs.
Air Fry on 400 degrees for 5-6 more minutes to cook the meatballs through.
Add the meatballs to a bowl and coat them with sauce.
Optional: Top with parmesan cheese, basil and/or parsley.

Notes

Use precooked frozen meatballs: This recipe is written for frozen meatballs that are already cooked. Raw frozen meatballs need more time.
Do not thaw first: Add the meatballs straight from the freezer to the air fryer basket.
Keep them in a single layer: This helps the meatballs heat evenly. Cook in batches if needed.
Shake or flip halfway through: This helps all sides warm and brown more evenly.
Sauce after air frying: Warm the sauce separately, then toss with the hot meatballs so the sauce stays smooth.
Adjust for size: Mini meatballs may be done around 7 to 8 minutes. Larger meatballs may need 2 to 4 extra minutes.
Check doneness: Precooked meatballs should be heated through. Raw meatballs should reach 165°F in the center.

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