Description
Succulent air fryer turkey breast delivers holiday-worthy flavor without traditional oven hassle. Juicy, herb-seasoned meat emerges perfectly crisp, promising a quick and delicious centerpiece for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 (4-6 lb / 1.8-2.7 kg) bone-in, skin-on turkey breast, ribs removed
- 1 (3 lb / 1.4 kg) boneless turkey roast
Fresh Herbs and Seasonings:
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 teaspoons fresh sage, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Cooking Oil:
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Optional Serving:
- Mushroom gravy
Instructions
- Extract the turkey breast from cold storage and allow it to gradually warm to ambient temperature for half an hour, ensuring optimal moisture retention by gently blotting with absorbent paper.
- Activate the air fryer and calibrate the temperature to 350°F, permitting the appliance to equilibrate for a minimum of five minutes.
- Craft a fragrant seasoning blend by amalgamating olive oil with minced garlic, aromatic herbs like rosemary, sage, thyme, ground black pepper, and a touch of tangy mustard.
- Meticulously massage the herbaceous mixture across the entire turkey surface, guaranteeing comprehensive and uniform coverage.
- Position the turkey breast within the air fryer compartment, initially placing it skin-side downward to promote even caramelization.
- Initiate the first cooking phase for approximately 20 minutes, then carefully invert the turkey to ensure balanced roasting.
- Continue cooking for an additional 30-50 minutes, monitoring internal temperature with a precision thermometer until it reaches 155°F at the meat’s thickest region.
- Transition the roasted turkey to a wooden cutting surface and envelop with aluminum foil, allowing essential juices to redistribute for 15 minutes.
- Execute precise carving by navigating along the breastbone, extracting substantial meat portions and subsequently slicing into elegant servings.
- Present the succulent turkey either steaming hot or at comfortable room temperature, optionally accompanying with an elegant mushroom gravy.
Notes
- Achieve perfect turkey breast by letting it sit at room temperature, which ensures even cooking and helps the meat absorb seasonings more effectively.
- Create a flavorful herb blend with olive oil, garlic, rosemary, sage, and thyme to infuse the turkey with aromatic and savory notes.
- Carefully monitor internal temperature using an instant-read thermometer, aiming for 155°F before removing from air fryer, as the meat will continue cooking during resting.
- Allow the turkey to rest for at least 15 minutes after cooking, which helps redistribute juices and prevents dry meat when carving.
- Consider using bone-in turkey breast for more flavor and moisture, understanding that cooking times may vary depending on whether the turkey has netting or ribs attached.
- Slice the turkey along the breastbone for beautiful, large pieces that showcase the tender, juicy meat and make for an impressive presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 1000 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg