BBQ Turkey Meatballs Mix together: 1 lb. lean ground turkey 1 egg ⅓ cup of panko ½ tsp. pepper ½ tsp. garlic salt Form the meat into ball shape. Top each meatball with BBQ sauce (no need to smother). Cook in the air fryer for 10 minutes until they reach 165 degrees. You can also bake them in the oven.