This recipe will guide you through the process of cooking a perfect turkey breast roast in the air fryer. The result is a moist and flavorful turkey roast that is crispy on the outside. With simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can enjoy a delicious turkey dinner any time of the year.
Ingredients
- 1 (4-5 pound) turkey breast roast, boneless and skin-on
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon dried herbs (such as thyme, rosemary, and sage)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 5 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, dried herbs, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Pat the turkey breast roast dry with paper towels.
- Brush the olive oil mixture all over the turkey breast, making sure to get it under the skin as well.
- Place the turkey breast roast in the air fryer basket or on the air fryer rack, with the skin side up.
- Cook the turkey breast roast in the air fryer for 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes, flip the turkey breast roast using tongs or a spatula.
- Continue cooking for another 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when measured with a meat thermometer.
- If desired, you can crisp up the skin by increasing the temperature to 400°F (200°C) for the last 5-10 minutes of cooking time.
- Once the turkey breast roast is cooked, remove it from the air fryer and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
- Slice the turkey breast roast and serve it with your favorite side dishes.
Interesting Facts
Cooking turkey breast roast in the air fryer results in a faster cooking time compared to a traditional oven.
The air fryer's circulating hot air helps to achieve a crispy skin while keeping the meat juicy and tender.
You can customize the seasoning of the turkey breast roast according to your preference by using different herbs and spices.