Description
This Air Fryer Turkey Breast recipe offers a quick and flavorful way to prepare tender, juicy turkey with a fragrant herb rub. Using an air fryer, the turkey cooks evenly with a delicious crispy exterior while staying moist inside. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion, this method ensures a perfectly cooked turkey breast in under an hour.
Ingredients
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Turkey and Marinade
- 3 pounds boneless turkey breast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage (or 1 teaspoon ground sage)
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary (or ½ teaspoon dried rosemary)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon minced dried onion
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt (plus more to taste)
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 360°F (182°C) for 5 minutes to ensure it’s at the right temperature for cooking.
- Prepare Herb Oil: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, fresh or dried sage, thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Allow the mixture to rest briefly so the flavors meld.
- Rub Turkey Breast: Thoroughly coat the turkey breast on all sides with the prepared herb oil mixture, ensuring the seasoning is evenly distributed.
- Air Fry First Side: Place the turkey breast skin side down in the air fryer basket. Cook for 25 minutes at 360°F.
- Flip and Continue Cooking: Carefully flip the turkey breast to the other side and cook for an additional 20 minutes. Check the internal temperature using a meat thermometer. It should reach 165°F to ensure safety. If not there yet, cook an extra 3-6 minutes until the temperature is reached.
- Rest the Turkey: Remove the turkey from the air fryer and let it rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing. This helps retain the juices and improves flavor.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the turkey reaches the safe internal temperature of 165°F.
- Allowing the turkey to rest after cooking helps keep it moist and tender.
- Feel free to adjust herbs according to taste or what you have on hand.
- If using dried herbs, reduce the amounts slightly as dried herbs are more concentrated.
- The cooking time may vary based on the thickness of the turkey breast and your specific air fryer model.