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Air Fryer Turkey Breast

40 Min

Prep Time

50 Min

cook Time

12

Servings
Air Fryer Turkey Breast Curated by: Chef Margaret
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Air Fryer Turkey Breast

Ready to have guests begging you for your Thanksgiving turkey hack? If so, fire up your air fryer and let’s get cooking. 

Cookware Used

TurboBlaze™ 6.0-Quart Air Fryer

TurboBlaze™ 6.0-Quart Air Fryer

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Ultra-Flavorful Thanksgiving Turkey

Craving a perfectly tender turkey breast with a golden, crispy skin but don’t want to hassle with roasting an entire bird? This air fryer turkey breast with herbs and citrus is your answer! Infused with fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme, and brightened with the zing of citrus, this turkey breast is quick to make and bursts with flavor. Whether you're preparing a cozy dinner or a holiday feast, this dish delivers all the savory goodness with minimal effort, thanks to the magic of the air fryer.

How to Pick Turkey Breast

When buying a turkey breast at the grocery store, they will often be frozen so make sure to fully defrost in the refrigerator one day before cooking. If your turkey breast is smaller or larger than 3 pounds, you may need to adjust the cook time accordingly. 

Ingredient Swaps

You can swap the herbs with your favorite fresh herbs. You can also use dried herbs, just use half the amount.

Nutrition Information

Choline is an essential nutrient that our brain and nervous system need to regulate a variety of bodily functions, including memory, mood, and muscle control. Just 3 oz of turkey breast contains around 71 mg of choline, which can contribute significantly to our overall daily recommended intake.

What to Serve With: Air Fryer Apple & Parmesan Stuffing, Air Fryer Green Beans with Maple Vinaigrette, Air Fryer Cornbread

Ingredients

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Yield 12 Serving

Instructions

PREPPING THE TURKEY BREAST

  1. Remove the turkey breast from the refrigerator at least 30 minutes prior to cooking and let come to room temperature. 
  2. Stir together the olive oil, rosemary, thyme, oregano, garlic, lemon zest, orange zest, and black pepper in a small bowl. Using your hands or a spoon, generously coat all sides of the turkey breast with the herb mixture. 
  3. Place the crisper plate into the air fryer basket. 

COOKING THE TURKEY BREAST

  1. Select the Preheat function, adjust temperature to 350°F, then tap Start/Pause. 
  2. Place the turkey breast onto the preheated crisper plate. 
  3. Select the Air Fry function, adjust temperature to 350°F and time to 50 minutes, then tap Start/Pause. 
  4. Flip turkey breast over halfway through cooking.  
  5. Remove the turkey breast when golden brown and fully cooked (the internal temperature should reach 160°–165°F), then place on a cutting board to rest for 10 to 15 minutes.   
  6. Slice against the grain and serve hot, or let cool to room temperature, refrigerate, and wrap tightly in plastic wrap for later use on sandwiches, etc. 

Chef Notes: Using a meat thermometer will help ensure your turkey breast is fully cooked. Allowing the turkey breast to rest for 10 to 15 minutes allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful turkey breast.

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Nutrition

SERVING SIZE: 1 CALORIES: 174.82 PROTEIN: 20.10 g CARBOHYDRATES: 1.78 g FAT: 9.36 g FIBER: 0.27 g SATURATED FAT: 2.34 g CHOLESTEROL: 60.00 mg SODIUM: 400.27 mg 

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION IS ONLY AN ESTIMATE. THE ACCURACY OF THE NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION FOR ANY RECIPE ON THIS SITE IS NOT GUARANTEED.

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originally published on  Nov 07, 2024 (last updated  Nov 07, 2024)

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