Do you need a quick and easy way to make a turkey for this holiday season? Why not try my air fryer turkey breast recipe? Seasoned with garlic and herbs, it cooks up in just 35 minutes!
Do you love all things Thanksgiving but are short on time?
Or maybe you’re keeping festivities to a minimum and looking for a small-scale way to celebrate Thanksgiving?
Well, look no further than my
Not only is it delicious, but it’s ready and on the table in just 35 minutes!
Talk about a fast and easy holiday meal.
If you’re looking for more traditional turkey recipes, try my Garlic Herb Maple Roast Turkey, Adobo Butter Turkey, or Herbed Mayonnaise Roast Turkey.
Need an easy way to bring big flavor? Try this easy turkey brine recipe!
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Ingredients to make air fryer turkey breast?
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- Boneless turkey breast – I like to use boneless turkey breast instead of bone-in. It cooks up more quickly and evenly than bone-in.
- Unsalted butter & olive oil – The combination of butter and oil helps crisp the skin, keeps the meat moist, and adds great flavor.
- Garlic – Who doesn’t love garlic?
- Rosemary – I love rosemary for turkey, but you could also use thyme, sage, or a combination of all three.
- Kosher salt – Salt is always needed while cooking. It brings out flavor and seasons the bird perfectly!
- Black pepper – Just a touch!
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How do you make a turkey breast in the air fryer ?
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Plus, it’s a great alternative to making a whole big turkey.
Especially if you’re a white meat lover!
- Lightly oil the
air fryer basket- We spray the
air fryer basket to help keep the turkey from sticking to the inside of theair fryer . Turkey breast is a lean meat with very little fat to cook off.
- We spray the
- Pat your bird with a paper towel and mix seasoning
- We pat the bird to help dry the skin so the turkey breast cooks up perfectly crisp. To season the bird, all you need to do is mix the butter with the garlic, herbs, and a tablespoon of olive oil.
- Season the bird
- Gently loosen the skin of the boneless turkey breast and spread 3/4 of the butter mixture under the skin. Doing this helps season the meat and keep the bird moist. Spread the rest of the butter and olive oil over the top of the bird to help create a crisp, flavorful skin.
- Time to air fry!
- Add your seasoned bird to the
air fryer and cook at 375 degrees F for 30-35 minutes. My boneless turkey breast for this recipe was 4 pounds, so if your bird is bigger or smaller, you may need to adjust the timing. You’ll want to cook until the bird is 160 degrees F.
- Add your seasoned bird to the
- Let the bird rest!
- Gently tent the cooked bird with foil and let it rest for 10 minutes. This helps the bird stay moist and distribute the juices. Resting also gives the bird time to reach the recommended cooking temperature of 165 degrees F.
- Carve and eat!
Air Fryer FAQ
What temperature should a turkey breast be cooked to?
Turkey should always be cooked to 165 degrees F.
I like to pull my boneless turkey breast out of the
I like to use my instant-read thermometer to test for doneness.
How much turkey do I need per person?
I love turkey, but I’m usually at the Thanksgiving table with all the sides piled high on my plate.
However, I know not everyone feels the same way, so it’s nice to know how much to plan per person!
I plan about 1 to 1.5 pounds of turkey per person for an average adult.
Of course, you can change the numbers depending on how many adults and children visit or whether your family is big meat-eaters.
What to serve with air fryer turkey breast
Turkey is great, but even better when served with delicious sides!
Here are a few tasty holiday side dishes that would work perfectly with this
- Cheesy Potatoes (Funeral Potatoes)
- Bacon Corn Sourdough Stuffing
- On The Stalk Roasted Brussels Sprouts
- Rosemary Pumpkin Rolls
- Instant Pot Mashed Butternut Squash
More Thanksgiving turkey recipes
- Do you love all things turkey but don’t have the time? Try my Thanksgiving Turkey Meatloaf.
- Do you want it all on one sheet pan? Easy Sheet Pan Thanksgiving Dinner.
- Craving tons of flavor? Try my Garlic Herb Maple Roast Turkey.
- How about a turkey that is packed with flavor? Try my Adobo Butter Turkey.
- Need an easy-to-make Thanksgiving dinner? Try my Sheet Pan Thanksgiving Dinner.
Air Fryer Turkey Breast
Ingredients
- 4 pound boneless skin-on turkey breast
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter room temperature
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Spray your air fryer basket with a thin layer of olive oil.
- Pat turkey breast dry with a paper towel.
- In a small bowl combine butter, 1 tablespoon olive oil, rosemary, kosher salt, and black pepper.
- Gently lift the skin of the turkey breast and rub 3/4 of the butter mixture under the skin of the turkey breast. Trying to make sure to evenly disperse under the skin so all the turkey breast gets seasoned.
- Rub the remaining 1/4 of the butter mixture over the whole turkey breast.
- Brush the top of the turkey breast with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil.
- Place the turkey breast in the air fryer basket, skin side up, and cook at 375 degrees F. for 30-35 minutes or until the inside of the turkey breast reaches 160 degrees F.
- Remove the turkey breast from the air fryer, cover in foil, and let rest until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
- Slice turkey and enjoy!
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