By Becky Hardin
Published Oct 17, 2021
Planning a smaller Thanksgiving get-together? Boy, do I have the recipe for you! My air fryer turkey breast is quick, easy, and ridiculously tasty! I seasoned it with tasty Thanksgiving herbs, like sage, thyme, and rosemary, for that holiday flavor. It’s juicy, flavorful, and never dry!
Turkey breast is so much easier to make than a whole bird, especially if you’re planning a smaller get-together. And the air fryer makes it even easier. My air fryer turkey breast is ready to eat in just about an hour– way less time than cooking a whole turkey . The seasoning is super simple and delicious, and it turns out juicy with perfectly crispy skin.
What’s in This Air Fryer Turkey Breast Recipe?
- Turkey Breast: I recommend a 3-pound boneless turkey breast for the best results. For a larger or smaller breast, follow the cooking recommendation of 15 minutes per pound.
- Oil : Helps the herbs stick to the turkey and helps the skin crisp up. I like olive oil for the rich flavor it imparts.
- Fresh Herbs : Sage, thyme, and rosemary add a fresh and herbal flavor to the turkey.
- Garlic Powder: Enhances the savory flavor of the turkey.
- Minced Dried Onion: Adds a touch of sweetness and earthiness to the turkey.
- Salt + Pepper: Enhance the natural flavor of the turkey.
Tips for Success
- Let the herb oil sit for at least 15 minutes before rubbing it on the turkey to let the flavors develop. You can make it the day before and keep it covered in the fridge.
- The turkey breast should be at room temperature when you put it into the air fryer basket to cook. Take it out of the fridge about an hour before you want to cook it.
- Once cooked, place the breast on a chopping board and cover with foil for at least 10 minutes before slicing. This will help to get it extra juicy.
- If you don’t have an air fryer, you can also make this recipe in the oven instead. Rub the herb oil all over the breast and place it on a lined baking sheet. Cook it at 350°F for about 1 hour (20 minutes per pound).
How to Store and Reheat
Store leftover air fryer turkey breast in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F air fryer for about 6 minutes, or until warmed through.
Serving Suggestions
This air fryer turkey breast is an excellent addition to any Thanksgiving table. I like to serve it alongside other low-maintenance sides, like Instant Pot sweet potato casserole , crockpot green bean casserole , easy mashed potatoes , and make ahead turkey gravy .
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Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 3 pounds boneless turkey breast
- ▢ 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ▢ 2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage or 1 teaspoon ground sage
- ▢ 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ▢ 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary or ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
- ▢ 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ▢ 1 teaspoon minced dried onion
- ▢ ½ teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
- ▢ ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
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Instructions
- Preheat an air fryer to 360°F for 5 minutes.
- In a small bowl, add olive oil, sage, thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk well to combine and allow the oil to rest. 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage, 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon minced dried onion, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Rub the herb oil on all sides of the turkey breast. Place the breast in the air fryer basket and cook for 25 minutes. 3 pounds boneless turkey breast
- Open the air fryer, carefully flip the turkey breast, and cook for an additional 20 minutes. Test the thickest part of the turkey with a meat thermometer, removing it when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Cook an additional 3-6 minutes if necessary to reach 165°F.
- Allow the turkey to rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
Equipment
- Air Fryer (click for my favorite)
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Air Fry a Turkey Breast Step by Step
Make the Rub: Preheat your air fryer to 360°F for 5 minutes. In a small bowl, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 teaspoons of chopped fresh sage, 2 teaspoons of fresh thyme leaves, 1 teaspoon of chopped fresh rosemary, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of minced dried onion, ½ teaspoon of kosher salt, and ½ teaspoon of ground black pepper. Whisk well to combine and allow the oil to rest.
Cook the Turkey: Rub the herb oil on all sides of a 3-pound boneless turkey breast. Place the breast in the air fryer basket and cook for 25 minutes.
Flip the Turkey: Open the air fryer, carefully flip the turkey breast, and cook for an additional 20 minutes. Test the thickest part of the turkey with a meat thermometer, removing it when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Cook an additional 3-6 minutes if necessary to reach 165°F.
Rest and Slice: Allow the turkey to rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
More Turkey Breast Recipes to Try!
Smoked Turkey Breast
Bacon Wrapped Turkey Breast
Honey Baked Turkey
Deep Fried Turkey Breast
Air Fryer Turkey Breast Recipe
Equipment
- Air Fryer (click for my favorite)
Ingredients
- 3 pounds boneless turkey breast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage or 1 teaspoon ground sage
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary or ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon minced dried onion
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat an air fryer to 360°F for 5 minutes.
- In a small bowl, add olive oil, sage, thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk well to combine and allow the oil to rest. 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage, 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon minced dried onion, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Rub the herb oil on all sides of the turkey breast. Place the breast in the air fryer basket and cook for 25 minutes. 3 pounds boneless turkey breast
- Open the air fryer, carefully flip the turkey breast, and cook for an additional 20 minutes. Test the thickest part of the turkey with a meat thermometer, removing it when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Cook an additional 3-6 minutes if necessary to reach 165°F.
- Allow the turkey to rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
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Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Click ☝🏻 for my FREE Grocery List Printable!
I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
