Air Fryer Turkey Breast

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Air Fryer Turkey Breast

This Air Fryer Turkey Breast is juicy, tender, and features perfectly crispy skin, all in under an hour. A quick and easy weeknight dinner that tastes like a holiday feast.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 45

Resting Time 15

Total Time 1

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Turkey

1 boneless turkey breast skin-on, 3-4 pounds
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried thyme

Equipment

Air Fryer,
Meat thermometer

Method

Remove the turkey breast from packaging and pat completely dry with paper towels. Let sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes.
Mix olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and dried thyme in a small bowl to form a paste.
Generously rub the seasoning mixture all over the turkey breast, lifting skin to rub some directly on the meat.
Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 5 minutes.
Place turkey breast skin-side down in the air fryer basket. Cook for 20 minutes.
Flip turkey breast skin-side up and cook another 20-30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Transfer cooked turkey to a cutting board and let rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 26gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 300mgVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For extra crispy skin, ensure the turkey is thoroughly dried before seasoning. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 3-5 minutes for best results.

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