Air Fryer Turkey Breast Recipe - Skinnytaste (2024)

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How long does it take to air fry a turkey? ›

Set air-fryer temperature to 400° F. Cook 45-60 minutes, about 7-10 minutes per pound, until a food thermometer inserted registers 165° F. Let stand for 10 minutes before carving.

To achieve a perfectly golden, juicy turkey, let the bird spend time both covered and uncovered in the oven. We recommend covering your bird for most of the cooking time to prevent it from drying out; then, during the last 30 minutes or so of cooking, remove the cover so the skin crisps in the hot oven.

The air fryer I am going to be using to deep fry a turkey without oil is the Masterbuilt 20 Quart 7-in-1 Outdoor Air Fryer. You can cook up to a 20lb turkey in this air fryer!

Cooking a turkey in an air fryer is a healthier, and typically quicker, alternative to traditional roasting and proves, again, how versatile air fryers can be. Most of the preparation and cooking steps are the same as those you need to be mindful of when cooking turkey in a regular oven.

Air Fry Turkey Dinner

Luckily, with an air frying range, your turkey will always come out with a perfectly crisp outer skin without sacrificing any juicy flavor. This way, you won't need cranberry sauce to save your meal, but you can still enjoy it on the side.

Air fry for 10 mins per pound or until 165 degrees internal temperature. Spritz every 20 minutes with apple juice. Carve, serve, and enjoy!

Place the turkey in the air fryer basket, skin-side down (see notes if using a turkey with the ribs still attached). Cook for 20 minutes, then slide out the basket and carefully flip the turkey over.

The Centers for Disease Control suggests never washing your poultry before cooking. The reason why: "Washing raw turkey can spread germs to other food.

2- to 2½-pound bone-in turkey breast half: Roast at 325°F for 60 to 70 minutes. 2½- to 3-pound boneless turkey breast: Roast at 325°F for 40 to 60 minutes. 4- to 6-pound whole turkey breast: Roast at 325°F for 1½ to 2¼ hours. 6- to 8-pound whole turkey breast: Roast at 325°F for 2¼ to 3¼ hours.

Should I cover my turkey with aluminum foil while cooking? ›

But if you are roasting the turkey, be it whole turkey, breast, or leg on a regular roasting pan, foil is a good option. Basically the foil works in the same way a lid works—by trapping steam so the turkey stays moist throughout the roasting process. Simply tent the foil so that it loosely covers the whole turkey.

In the case of the indoor fryer, an 18-pound turkey can get stuck and jam the rotisserie mechanism. My advice is to not go over a 15-pound turkey in fryers that claim an 18-pound maximum.

The answer is yes! With an oven or range that has Air Fry mode, you'll be able to crisp up your turkey in just a few hours on Thanksgiving morning.

If you're cooking for one or two people a 2- or 3-quart air fryer should be large enough. From there, I would suggest adding a quart of capacity for every person that you're regularly cooking for. So, if you plan to air fry for five people, spring for a 5-quart model.

Air fry for 10 mins per pound or until 165 degrees internal temperature. Spritz every 20 minutes with apple juice. Carve, serve, and enjoy!

Air-fryers are known for being a great method for crispy foods, and not just because they manage to do it without much oil. If you prefer your turkey on the crispier side, consider using an air-fryer. All the effort that goes into deep-frying a turkey does result in a rewarding amount of flavor and juiciness.

To check the bird's internal temperature, turn off the burner and use the hook attached to the poultry rack to lift the turkey from the oil slowly. A deep-fried turkey typically requires a cooking time of 3½ minutes per pound, so a 12–14-lb. bird should take 40–50 minutes to reach 165°F.

Cook the turkey about 3 to 4 minutes per pound. The turkey is done when the dark meat is at an internal temperature of 175° F to 180° F and all white meat is at an internal temperature of 165° F to 170° F. When the turkey is done, slowly lift it from the pot and place it in a pan or on paper towels to drain.