Air Fryer Turkey Breast

5 from 1 vote

Air Fryer Turkey Breasts is a quick & easy method for tender, juicy turkey with a crispy finish, perfect for both weeknight dinners & holidays.

Course Entree

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 55

Resting time 30

Total Time 1 35

Servings servings

Calories 258kcal

Author Yumna Jawad

Equipment

Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer with ClearCook

Ingredients

4-6 pound turkey breast
2 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
2 garlic cloves minced
1 ½ tsp fresh sage chopped, about 5 leaves
1 ½ tsp fresh rosemary chopped
1 ½ teaspoon fresh thyme chopped
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Remove turkey breast from its packaging, leaving the netting on to help keep it together while cooking (for boneless). Place it in a large bowl and pat dry well with paper towels. Let it sit on the counter for about 30 minutes before cooking.
If using a bone-in turkey with ribs attached, it’s best to spatchcock the breast. Place the turkey breast side down and use a sharp chef’s knife to score the sternum. Use your hands to press down on both sides to pop open the rib cage and then flip it over and press down firmly to flatten the breasts out.
To a separate small bowl, add the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped fresh herbs, cayenne, salt and pepper. Mix to combine well. Spread the butter mixture evenly over the turkey breast.
Preheat the air fryer to 350ºF.
For boneless turkey breast: Place the seasoned turkey breast skin side down and cook for 15 minutes. Using tongs, flip the turkey breast over and continue air frying for 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160ºF.
For bone-in turkey breast: Cook skin side down for 30 minutes. Carefully flip the turkey breast over and continue air frying for another 30-45 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160ºF. If the top begins to darken too quickly, place a small sheet of aluminum foil on top.
Remove from the air fryer, tent with foil and allow to rest for at least 10 minutes before slices.

Notes

The nutrition label is for a 4-pound boneless turkey breast with 8 servings.

Storage: Leftover cooled turkey can be kept in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days. It can be reheated in a 350ºF air fryer for a few minutes. It's also delicious eaten cold!

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