Description
Enjoy juicy, flavorful boneless turkey breast with a crispy exterior made effortlessly in the air fryer. Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or special occasions, this lean protein is versatile, easy to prepare, and always delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1–2 lbs boneless turkey breast
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary or thyme (optional)
Optional Marinades: - Lemon juice
- Soy sauce
- Honey mustard
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat turkey breast dry with paper towels.
- Rub olive oil all over the turkey breast.
- Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and herbs.
- Place the turkey in the air fryer basket, leaving space around it for airflow.
- Cook for 15–20 minutes per pound, flipping halfway through.
- Check internal temperature with a meat thermometer; it should reach 165°F (74°C).
Remove from air fryer and let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Brine the turkey in saltwater for 2–4 hours before cooking for extra juiciness.
- Avoid overcrowding the air fryer; cook one turkey breast at a time.
- Let turkey rest after cooking to retain juices.
- For flavor variety, try honey-balsamic or maple-Dijon glaze brushed on in the last 5 minutes.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for 3–4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3–5 minutes.
- Can substitute with chicken breast or pork tenderloin.
- Make gluten-free by using gluten-free seasonings and marinades.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30–40 minutes (depending on size)
- Category: Dinner, Main
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (~6 oz cooked turkey)
- Calories: ~220
- Sugar: 0g (without glaze)
- Sodium: ~300mg (depending on seasoning)
- Fat: ~300mg (depending on seasoning)
- Saturated Fat: ~2g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g (not including optional glazes)
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: ~32g
- Cholesterol: ~85mg