Air Fryer Swedish Turkey Meatballs Recipe

**Servings:** 4

**Total Time:** 35 minutes

**Preparation Time:** 15 minutes

**Overnight Preparation Required:** Not Applicable 

**Cooking Time:** 20 minutes

### Tools
- Air fryer
- Mixing bowls
- Spoon or spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Whisk
- Small saucepan

### Ingredients
- **For the Meatballs:**
  - 1 lb ground turkey
  - 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  - 1/4 cup grated onion
  - 1 large egg
  - 1/4 cup milk
  - 1/2 tsp salt
  - 1/2 tsp black pepper
  - 1/4 tsp allspice
  - 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  - Cooking spray

- **For the Gravy:**
  - 2 tbsp butter
  - 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  - 2 cups beef broth
  - 1/2 cup sour cream
  - Salt and pepper to taste
  - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

### Instructions

1. **Prepare the Meatballs:**
    - In a mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, grated onion, egg, milk, salt, pepper, allspice, and nutmeg. Mix until well combined.
    - Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
    - Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.

2. **Cook the Meatballs:**
    - Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
    - Place the meatballs in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they do not touch. Cook in batches if necessary.
    - Air fry the meatballs for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time, until they are golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should be 165°F or 74°C).

3. **Prepare the Gravy:**
    - While the meatballs are cooking, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
    - Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, until lightly browned.
    - Gradually whisk in the beef broth, ensuring no lumps form. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
    - Stir in the sour cream and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the gravy is smooth and heated through.

4. **Combine and Serve:**
    - Once the meatballs are cooked, transfer them to a serving dish and pour the gravy over the top.
    - Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
    - Serve the Swedish turkey meatballs over egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice.

### Health Benefits
- **Lean Protein:** Ground turkey is a lean source of protein, helping to build and repair tissues.
- **Reduced Fat:** Using turkey instead of beef reduces the fat content of the dish.

### Keywords
L/D, Air Fryer, Turkey, Meatballs, Swedish Meatballs, Healthy Recipe, Easy Recipe

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