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Air Fryer Turkey Breast (foolproof!)

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Moist and juicy on the inside with crispy skin, this air fryer turkey breast is perfect for the Holidays or even just a weeknight meal. Whip up this recipe in less than an hour without all the fuss of a large turkey.

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air fryer turkey breast slices with brown turkey gravy pouring over them
the perfect simple and easy holiday recipe

This turkey breast recipe can be the perfect alternative to a full blown Turkey, size wise.

And, who needs the stress of making a large turkey, am I right?

Table of Contents

  • INGREDIENTS
  • DIRECTIONS
  • How to air fry turkey breast
  • IS TURKEY LOW CARB?
  • TIPS
  • Is turkey gravy keto/low carb?
  • Air fry turkey: the best low carb sides
  • FAQ
    • How to get turkey extra crispy in the air fryer
    • Carving the turkey
    • How to store leftovers
  • Air Fryer Turkey Breast
    • Equipment
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Notes
    • Nutrition

INGREDIENTS

air fryer turkey breast ingredients with sage, rosemary, butter and oil
sage, rosemary, thyme and butter are a delicious combo

I recommend the following ingredients for making turkey in the air fryer:

  • 5-7 Lb Turkey Breast (With Bones)
  • Olive Oil
  • Butter
  • Salt
  • Black Pepper
  • Sage (fresh, Chopped)
  • Fresh Rosemary (Chopped)
  • Fresh Thyme (Chopped)
air fryer turkey breast with green beans and mashed potatoes with a blue napkin
green beans are the perfect low carb side dish for turkey

DIRECTIONS

  • transfer to parchment paper and pat dry
    remove juices and add to parchment paper to prep
  • spread butter and add seasonings
    add butter and fresh herbs
  • add to air fryer
    top with olive oil drizzle
  • drizzle with oil
    place in air fryer
  • golden brown turkey in the air fryer
    turn halfway at 20 minutes
  • air fryer basket with turkey breast inside
    remove when crispy and 165°F
easier than a whole turkey

How to air fry turkey breast

  1. First, pre heat air fryer to 400 degrees.
  2. Then, pat dry and prep the turkey with butter, oil and chopped fresh herbs (sage, rosemary, thyme).
  3. Place the turkey breast into the air fryer and cook (flip after 40 minutes).
  4. Next, flip the turkey again more during the last ten minutes for crispier skin.
  5. The turkey is ready when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees. 

IS TURKEY LOW CARB?

Yes! In fact, air fryer turkey is 100 percent keto friendly too. It’s also low in calories and full of protein!

fully cooked golden brown turkey breast with crisp outside skin
golden and crisp on the outside, tender and juicy inside

TIPS

  • When it comes to turkeys I always suggest checking the temperature with a meat thermometer. Make sure the thermometer is inserted in the middle of the meat & not touching any bone. 
  • This recipe will work for any air fryer. Just make sure the turkey breast you choose will fit into your air fryer. Additionally if you choose a very small one that fits in the Air Fryer basket use that.
  • If you have a larger one similar to this you can use the air fryer pot or base dish, placing the turkey directly in that.  This turkey breast was about seven pounds.

Is turkey gravy keto/low carb?

turkey slices, green beans and mashed potatoes
top with mouth-watering gravy

Turkey gravy has about 3 g. carbs per 1/3 cup from the store-bought jar. If you’re interested in making your own, I recommend this keto gravy.

Air fry turkey: the best low carb sides

The best low carb side dishes for turkey breast include:

  • green beans, broccoli, or other green veggie
  • mashed cauliflower
  • roasted mushrooms
  • soup or salad
  • coleslaw
golden brown air fryer turkey breast
this is the most tender, juicy turkey

FAQ

How to get turkey extra crispy in the air fryer

keep flipping the turkey until each side has reached desired crisp.

air fryer turkey slices with brown gravy on top next to green beans

Carving the turkey

allow to rest for 10 minutes before carving for best results!

How to store leftovers

If you have any leftovers – store them in the fridge for 3-4 days after cooking. In addition to an amazing sandwich the next day.

You can also use leftover Turkey in Pot Pies, Turkey Noodle Soup, Turkey Chili, Turkey Casserole, or anything else you think it would compliment!

air fryer turkey slices with gravy being poured on top

Air Fryer Turkey Breast

Moist and juicy on the inside with crispy skin, this air fryer turkey breast is perfect for the Holidays or even just a weeknight meal. Whip up this recipe in under an hour without all the fuss of a large turkey.
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Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 6
Calories: 56kcal
Author: Amber @ Low Carb Quick

Equipment

  • air fryer

Ingredients

  • 1 5-7lb turkey breast with bones
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1½ tsp fresh sage chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary chopped
  • 1½ tsp fresh thyme chopped

Instructions

  • Pre heat air fryer to 400 degrees.
  • Remove any excess juices around the turkey and transfer to a baking tray or piece of parchment paper – somewhere that you can prep the turkey.
  • Pat the top of the turkey dry with paper towels and use your hands to spread the butter just under the skin.
  • Then, drizzle the olive oil all over the top of the turkey. Rub the top of the turkey skin with the salt & pepper. Sprinkle the turkey breast with the chopped fresh herbs (sage, rosemary, thyme). Patting them down if need be so, they stick.
  • Place the turkey breast into the air fryer and cook at 400 degrees for about 10 minutes.
  • Flip the turkey over and reduce the  temperature to 350 degrees cook for an additional 40 minutes.
    You may flip the turkey once more during the last ten minutes if you feel the skin doesn’t seem as crispy as you want. 
  • The turkey is ready when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees. 
  • Remove from air fryer and allow to rest for 10 minutes before carving!

Notes

Notes:
This recipe will work for any air fryer.
Just make sure the turkey breast you choose will fit into your air fryer. Additionally if you choose a very small one that fits in the Air Fryer basket use that. If you have a larger one similar to this you can use the air fryer pot or base dish, placing the turkey directly in that. 
This turkey breast was about seven pounds. It would not fit in my basket but, fit perfectly in the base dish. This was made in the Ninja Foodi 5-in-1 Air Fryer /Indoor Grill (Rectangular base). I have also made this in the Ninja Foodi 9-in-1 Pressure Cooker/ Air Fryer (Round Pot). So again it just goes back to selecting a turkey breast that will fit in your personal air fryer and then of course making sure it cooks to the correct temperature.
 
When it comes to turkeys I always suggest checking the temperature with a meat thermometer.
Make sure the thermometer is inserted in the middle of the meat & not touching any bone.
Leftovers
Freeze leftovers in an air-tight zippered bag for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 56kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 228mg | Potassium: 11mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 151IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg
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