Air-Fryer Turkey Breast

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Rosemary and garlic flavor this juicy air-fryer turkey breast. Putting the sliced garlic under the skin adds flavor to the meat and prevents the garlic from burning. Enjoy this simple recipe with a side of roasted veggies and mashed potatoes.

By
Julia Levy
Julia Levy
Julia Levy

Julia Levy has been working in recipe publishing for almost a decade, but testing recipes for as long as she's been able to wield a spoon.

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Updated on September 18, 2023
Reviewed by Dietitian
Nadine Bradley, RD, CNSC
Nadine Bradley, RD, CNSC
Reviewed by Dietitian Nadine Bradley, RD, CNSC

Nadine Bradley is a registered dietitian nutritionist and certified nutrition support clinician who performs nutrition reviews on EatingWell recipes. She first got into nutrition as a competitive athlete, primarily focusing on how to nourish her body for peak performance.

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The air-fryer turkey breast recipe sliced up and placed on a white rectangular serving plate, with some rosemary on the side as garnish
Photo:

Jason Donnelly
Active Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Servings:
6
Nutrition Profile:
Diabetes-Friendly Nut-Free Dairy-Free Soy-Free Heart-Healthy Egg-Free Gluten-Free
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Ingredients for the air-fryer turkey breast recipe

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary

  • ¾ teaspoon salt

  • ¾ teaspoon ground pepper

  • 1 (1 1/2- to 2-pound) boneless, skin-on turkey breast

  • 1 tablespoon thinly sliced garlic

Directions

  1. Line bottom of air fryer basket with foil; preheat to 350°F for 5 minutes.

  2. Meanwhile, stir oil, rosemary, salt and pepper together in a small bowl. Pat turkey breast dry using paper towels; gently loosen the skin by running your fingers between it and the meat. Rub the oil mixture on both sides and under the skin. Arrange garlic slices evenly under the skin.

    A turkey breast covered with a herby oil marinade

    Jason Donnelly

  3. Place the turkey breast, skin-side down, in the prepared basket; cook for 20 minutes. Flip skin-side up; cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted near the center registers 165°F, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and loosely cover with foil; let rest for 10 minutes. Slice into 1/2-inch-thick slices and serve warm.

    Metal tongs picking up an air-fried turkey breast from an air-fryer

    Jason Donnelly
Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, January 2023

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

206 Calories
12g Fat
1g Carbs
22g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Serving Size about 3 oz.
Calories 206
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 1g 0%
Protein 22g 44%
Total Fat 12g 15%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 56mg 19%
Vitamin A 12IU 0%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Vitamin E 1mg 9%
Folate 5mcg 1%
Vitamin K 5mcg 4%
Sodium 343mg 15%
Calcium 21mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%
Magnesium 22mg 5%
Potassium 230mg 5%
Zinc 2mg 18%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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