Air Fryer Boneless Turkey Breast

Reasons to adore this recipe

• This excellent turkey recipe works great for a smaller family or when you prefer not to roast an entire turkey.

• Quick cooking duration: The turkey breast is butterflied prior to air frying, which results in a swifter cooking process while minimizing the chance of overcooking, which can cause dryness. This approach guarantees a moist and tender result.

• Minimal preparation using straightforward everyday pantry essentials.

• Make ahead: You can marinate the turkey for as long as 48 hours in the refrigerator at the right temperature.

• Adaptable: I enjoy using Herby seasoning for poultry, but you can flavor this turkey in any way you prefer. Below are some of my homemade seasoning and marinade collections you can explore for ideas.

• No butter required: with just olive oil and other selected herbs and spices of your choice, you can ensure a juicy, tender, and flavorful meat.

Ingredients needed

Fresh boneless turkey breast: If using a frozen variant, make sure it’s entirely thawed before air frying.

Olive oil

Onion powder

Garlic powder

Thyme

Parsley

Oregano

Rosemary

Lemon pepper seasoning

Salt and pepper

Steps to prepare air fryer boneless turkey

Remove the boneless turkey from its casing and place it flat on a dish or surface. Positioning it flat will facilitate faster cooking while preventing it from drying out.

Gently pat it dry on both sides using a paper towel.

In a small bowl, combine parsley, rosemary, thyme, oregano, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until thoroughly mixed.

Drizzle olive oil over the boneless turkey and rub it evenly. Split the seasoning blend into two portions and apply it to both sides of the turkey breast.

Preheat your air fryer to 365F / 180C for 5 minutes.

Position the seasoned boneless turkey skin side up in the air fryer basket and cook for 40-50 minutes, flipping halfway through. The internal temperature should reach a minimum of 165F / 74C to ensure it’s safe to consume.

Storage tips

Cooked turkey can be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Ensure it is fully cooled before storing away.

You can freeze it for as long as 3 months in an airtight container or a Ziploc bag.

Utilize your leftover turkey for these tasty recipes: leftover turkey fried rice (my favorite) or leftover turkey curry with coconut milk.

Suggestions

• When flipping the turkey, tilt the air fryer basket to one side and use the oil in the basket to baste the turkey to keep it moist.

• If you prefer to speed up the cooking of your turkey, for example, if you need it for another dish, you can slice it, season, and cook half of the time indicated in the recipe.

• Let the meat reach room temperature before cooking for more even and quicker cooking.

• Substitute olive oil with avocado oil or melted unsalted butter.

• I used a large turkey breast (3.7 lb). Adjust the cooking time accordingly for a smaller one, as it would cook more quickly.

• Start checking the internal temperature after 30 minutes to prevent overcooking the turkey.

• Try out various herbs and spices to create your unique seasoning blend.

• Letting the turkey rest after cooking is essential to allow the juices to redistribute, resulting in juicier and tastier meat.