Name: Crispy Butterball Turkey Breast In The Air Fryer
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 2.5-3 lb Butterball boneless turkey breast, skin-on; 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil; 1.5 tsp sea salt; 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp paprika; 0.5 tsp dried thyme; 0.5 tsp chopped rosemary; 0.5 tsp onion powder; 1 tbsp softened butter (optional); 1 tsp fresh lemon juice or zest (optional)

Description

This air fryer method delivers a juicy Butterball turkey breast with perfectly crisp skin in under an hour. It’s a simple, stress-free way to enjoy flavorful turkey for holidays or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

Scale

2.5–3 lb Butterball boneless turkey breast, skin-on

2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil

1.5 tsp sea salt

1 tsp freshly ground black pepper

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp paprika

0.5 tsp dried thyme

0.5 tsp chopped rosemary

0.5 tsp onion powder

1 tbsp softened butter (optional)

1 tsp fresh lemon juice or zest (optional)

Instructions

1. Thaw the turkey breast completely in the refrigerator for 24–36 hours before cooking

2. Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels to remove surface moisture

3. Rub the turkey breast evenly with oil and then coat with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, thyme, rosemary, and onion powder

4. Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for at least 3 minutes

5. Place the seasoned turkey breast skin-side up in the air fryer basket without overcrowding

6. Air fry for 30 minutes, then check the internal temperature at the thickest part until it reaches 165°F (74°C), cooking up to 40 minutes total as needed

7. Optionally baste with melted butter halfway through cooking for extra richness

8. Remove the turkey and let it rest covered loosely with foil for 10–15 minutes before slicing

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: main course
Method: air frying
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving

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