Juicy turkey breast with herb butter, air fried for maximum flavor and irresistible tenderness. Quick, easy, and impressive.
# Components:
→ Turkey
01 - 1.5 to 2 pounds boneless, skin-on turkey breast, thawed if frozen
→ Herb Butter
02 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
07 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ For Serving (optional)
10 - Lemon wedges
11 - Fresh herbs
# Method:
01 - Preheat the air fryer to 350°F for 5 minutes.
02 - In a small mixing bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, thyme, rosemary, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper until fully incorporated.
03 - Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels. Carefully loosen the skin and spread half of the herb butter mixture underneath. Rub the remaining butter over the top and sides of the turkey.
04 - Place the prepared turkey breast skin side up in the air fryer basket.
05 - Air fry for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F, checking after 30 minutes. Tent with foil if the surface browns too rapidly.
06 - Allow the turkey breast to rest for 10 minutes before carving into slices.
07 - Arrange turkey slices on a serving platter and garnish with lemon wedges and fresh herbs if desired.
