Air Fryer Turkey Breast
This air fryer turkey breast delivers perfectly crispy skin and juicy, tender meat every time. It's a foolproof way to enjoy turkey any day of the week.
Equipment
- meat thermometer
Ingredients
- 1 (3 to 4 lb) Boneless Turkey Breast
- 3 tbsp Softened Butter
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 2 tsp Smoked Paprika
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- 1 tsp Dried Thyme
- 1/2 tsp Dried Sage
- 1 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
Instructions
- Pat the turkey breast completely dry with paper towels. Let it sit at room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes before cooking.
- In a small bowl, mix together the softened butter, olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried sage, salt, and black pepper until you have a smooth seasoned butter.
- Rub the seasoned butter generously all over the turkey breast, making sure to coat the top, bottom, and sides evenly. Get some underneath the skin if possible for extra flavor.
- Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 3 minutes.
- Place the turkey breast skin-side down in the air fryer basket. Air fry at 350°F for 20 minutes.
- Carefully flip the turkey breast so it is skin-side up. Increase the temperature to 375°F (190°C) and continue air frying for another 20 to 30 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden and crispy.
- Remove the turkey breast and tent it loosely with foil. Let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing. This resting time is essential for juicy, tender slices.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 217kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 33gFat: 9g
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