Citrus & Herb Turkey Breast

Directions

1. Step 1

   Toast the aniseed or fennel seed in a small, dry skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for about 2 minutes, or until fragrant and lightly toasted. Set aside to cool. 

2. Step 2

   Grind the aniseed or fennel seed finely in a spice grinder or using a mortar and pestle. 

3. Step 3

   Place the salt, orange zest, brown sugar, rosemary, thyme, pepper, and aniseed (or fennel seed) in a food processor. 

4. Step 4

   Pulse until herbs are finely chopped.  

5. Step 5

   Rub the herb mixture all over the turkey breast, then place on a rimmed baking sheet.

6. Step 6

   Chill in the refrigerator uncovered for 4-6 hours.  

7. Step 7

   Rinse the turkey breast, pat very dry, and place back on the baking sheet, skin-side up. Allow the turkey breast to sit at room temperature while you preheat the air fryer.  

8. Step 8

   Select the Preheat function on the Cosori Air Fryer, adjust temperature to 330°F, and press Start/Pause. 

9. Step 9

   Rub the olive oil all over the turkey breast.  

10. Step 10

    Place the turkey breast skin-side up into the preheated air fryer basket.

11. Step 11

    Adjust temperature to 330°F and time to 40 minutes, then press Start/Pause.

12. Step 12

    Remove the turkey breast when golden brown and fully cooked.  

13. Step 13

    Rest the turkey for 10 minutes, then slice and serve.