Description
This Air Fryer Turkey Breast recipe delivers a juicy, flavorful turkey breast roasted to perfection using fresh herbs and garlic. Quick to prepare and cook, it’s an ideal option for a simple yet impressive meal suitable for gatherings or casual dinners.
Ingredients
Turkey
- 3 pound turkey breast (skin-on, boneless turkey breast portion/roast)
Herb Butter Mixture
- 2 Tablespoons butter (softened)
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 Tablespoon finely chopped fresh sage
- 1 Tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme
- 1 Tablespoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
Instructions
- Prepare Herb Butter: Mix together the softened butter with kosher salt, ground pepper, minced garlic, and finely chopped fresh sage, thyme, and rosemary until well combined.
- Season Turkey: Pat the turkey breast dry thoroughly using paper towels to ensure the skin crisps up during cooking. Gently loosen the skin by inserting a teaspoon or your fingers between the skin and the meat.
- Apply Herb Butter: Rub the prepared herb butter mixture generously under the loosened skin and all over the surface of the turkey breast for maximum flavor infusion.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for about 3-4 minutes. If your air fryer has a roast setting, choose that for optimized results.
- Cook Turkey – First Side: Place the turkey breast into the air fryer basket skin-side up. Cook for 20 minutes to begin crisping the skin and rendering the flavors.
- Flip and Continue Cooking: Carefully flip the turkey breast over and continue cooking for an additional 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), ensuring it is fully cooked and safe to eat.
- Rest Turkey: Transfer the cooked turkey breast to a cutting board and let it rest uncovered for 10 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the meat moist and tender.
- Slice and Serve: Slice the rested turkey breast and serve as desired, perfect for sandwiches, salads, or a main course.
Notes
- Make sure to let the turkey rest after cooking to retain its juices.
- Use a reliable meat thermometer to confirm the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- If your air fryer basket is small, you may need to adjust cooking time slightly depending on thickness of the turkey breast.
- Fresh herbs can be substituted or omitted according to preference, but fresh herbs impart the best flavor.
- Allow the turkey skin to dry thoroughly before seasoning for crispier skin.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
