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Instructions
1
Melt your butter in the microwave or on a double broiler on the stove.
2
Once melted, add in the sea salt, peppercorn, garlic, and thyme. Mix.
3
Using a basting brush, brush your butter mix on the top and bottom of the turkey breast.
4
Place the turkey breast in your air fryer.
5
Set your Air Fryer to 375 degrees F for 45 minutes.
6
At the halfway mark of about 22/23 minutes, flip the breast with tongs. Continue to cook.
7
Once the air fryer has finished cooking, cut and serve!
8
Top with cranberry sauce, gravy, or eat as is! Enjoy!
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Bone-In Advantage 🦴Keep the bone intact during cooking as it conducts heat evenly and protects the meat from drying out, resulting in incredibly juicy turkey breast with crispy skin.
- Butter Basting Technique 🧈Create a compound butter with crushed garlic, fresh thyme, and sea salt, then brush it onto the turkey breast halfway through cooking for maximum flavor penetration and golden, crispy exterior.
- Peppercorn Blooming Method 🫒Toast your peppercorns in a dry pan for 30 seconds before crushing and applying to the turkey breast; this releases their essential oils and intensifies their aromatic, complex flavor.
- Air Fryer Basket Positioning 📍Place the turkey breast skin-side up and ensure it doesn't touch the heating element; leaving proper air circulation space guarantees even crisping on all sides without hot spots.
- Internal Temperature Sweet Spot 🌡️Target 160°F at the thickest part of the thigh for perfectly tender, juicy meat; checking 5 minutes before your estimated finish time prevents overcooking in the high-heat air fryer environment.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Gluten Free
Low Sugar
Low Carb
High Protein
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Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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