Air Fryer Turkey Breast
Air fryer turkey breast gives you crispy skin and juicy, tender meat in less time than traditional roasting. Perfect for a quick meal or small gathering, this recipe delivers a perfectly cooked turkey breast every time!
Servings: 6
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 lb boneless turkey breast with skin on
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh sage chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 lemon zested (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, salt, pepper, chopped rosemary, sage, thyme, minced garlic, paprika, and lemon zest (if using) to make the herb rub.
- Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels. Rub the herb mixture all over the turkey, including under the skin if possible.
- Place the turkey breast in the air fryer basket skin side down. Air fry for 25 minutes.
- Flip the turkey breast skin side up and cook for another 20-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part, using a meat thermometer.
- Cover the turkey and let it rest for 10-15 minutes (I like to cover it with tin foil) to allow the juices to redistribute.
- Slice against the grain and serve warm!
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Notes
Cooking time may vary depending on the size of your turkey breast and your air fryer model. Always use a meat thermometer to ensure proper doneness.
Nutrition
Calories: 405kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 50g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 147mg | Sodium: 724mg | Potassium: 655mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 248IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 48mg | Iron: 3mg