This Air Fryer garlic rosemary turkey breast is so easy and so delicious! It’s savory, moist, and perfect for the holidays. Make this Air Fryer turkey recipe for a Thanksgiving feast that everyone will love.

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Air Fryer Herb Turkey Breast Recipe

The flavor of this savory garlic and rosemary turkey breast can’t be beat! And since making turkey in the Air Fryer is SO easy, this just might become your new holiday favorite.

This deliciously herb-y Air Fryer turkey breast recipe is perfect for Thanksgiving. Serve it up with mashed potatoes, green beans, and all your holiday favorites. This is a dish you’ll be happy to serve year after year!

Why you’ll love this Garlic Rosemary Turkey recipe:

  • AIR FRYER RECIPE: Making turkey breast in an Air Fryer is such an easy option for holidays. It’s mostly hands-off, and it cooks relatively fast.
  • PERFECT FOR HOLIDAYS: Whether you’re preparing the menu for Thanksgiving, Christmas dinner, or Easter dinner, this turkey is just perfect.
  • DELICIOUS: The garlic rosemary butter covers the turkey breast, and cooks in so well. It creates a deliciously rich and savory flavor!

You won’t believe how easy this Air Fryer turkey breast is! No need to stress before the holidays when you have something this simple.

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How to Make Garlic Rosemary Turkey in an Air Fryer

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  1. Spray the Air Fryer basket and pat the turkey dry with paper towels.
  2. Combine ingredients to make the garlic rosemary butter.
  3. Rub the mixture under and over the skin of the turkey, then drizzle with olive oil.
  4. Cook turkey in the Air Fryer for about 30 minutes.
  5. Let it rest for 10 minutes, then slice and serve!
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What size air fryer is best for this turkey breast recipe?

It’s always good to use a large or extra large air fryer when cooking Turkey Breast.

Can I use a frozen turkey breast?

If you use a frozen turkey breast, be sure to fully thaw it before cooking. Otherwise it will affect the cooking time.

Can I use a bone-in turkey breast?

I highly recommend a boneless turkey breast as it cooks more quickly and more evenly than bone-in. 

What other herbs can I use?

Feel free to use any extra herbs you like. Sage and thyme make great additions to rosemary.

Do I need to use both butter and olive oil?

The combination of butter and olive oil helps the skin crisp, keeps the meat moist, and adds great flavor. I highly recommend using both! 

Serving Suggestions

This garlic rosemary turkey breast pairs perfectly with all the traditional Thanksgiving side dishes. But whether you serve this for the holidays, or any other time of year, here are some sides I love.

There are so many great things you can serve with this Air Fryer garlic rosemary turkey. You really can’t go wrong!

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Why make turkey breast in an Air Fryer?

Cooking turkey in the Air Fryer is SO easy, and it’s typically much faster than roasting. If you are making turkey breast and have a small gathering, then it’s one of the simplest methods.

I also love the way it keeps the meat super moist, while also crisping up the skin without having to deep fry or pan sear.

Tips!

  • Use a boneless, skin-on turkey breast for this recipe.
  • Rub the garlic rosemary butter under the skin of the turkey, as well as on top.
  • The internal temperature should reach 160F while cooking. The temperature will rise slightly while resting.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator up to 3 days.
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This garlic rosemary turkey breast is so easy to make in the Air Fryer, and it tastes SO delicious. Everyone will be pleased with this at the center of the holiday table!

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Air Fryer Garlic Rosemary Turkey Breast Recipe

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Prep: 25 minutes
Cook: 35 minutes
Total: 1 hour
Servings: 6
Author: Becky Hardin
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This Air Fryer garlic rosemary turkey breast is so easy and so delicious! It's savory, moist, and perfect for the holidays. Make this Air Fryer turkey recipe for a Thanksgiving feast that everyone will love.
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Ingredients 

  • 1 4 pound boneless skin-on turkey breast
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil divided
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary minced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions 

  • Spray your air fryer basket with olive oil spray and set it aside.
    ingredients for air fryer garlic rosemary turkey breast
  • Pat your turkey breast dry with a paper towel.
    1 4 pound boneless skin-on turkey breast
  • In a small bowl, combine the butter, one tablespoon olive oil, garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
    2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoon olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Gently lift the skin away from the meat and rub ¾ of the butter mixture evenly under the skin. Then, rub the remaining ¼ of the butter mixture over the outside of the turkey.
  • Drizzle the turkey with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and rub it all over the breast.
    garlic rosemary turkey breast before cooking on a plate
  • Place the turkey in the air fryer basket skin side up and cook at 375 degrees F for 30-35 minutes or until the internal temperature registers 160 degrees F with an instant read thermometer.
    garlic rosemary turkey breast in air fryer basket before cooking
  • Remove the turkey from the air fryer and cover it with foil. Allow it to rest for 10 minutes, or until the temperature has raised to 165 degrees F.
    garlic rosemary turkey breast in air fryer basket after cooking
  • Slice the turkey as desired and enjoy. Store any leftover turkey in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
Calories: 77kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 421mgPotassium: 8mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 119IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Meet Becky Hardin

Becky Hardin is a wife and mother living in Saint Louis Missouri. She founded The Cookie Rookie in 2012 as a creative way to share recipes. Now, she is a trusted resource for easy cooking around the world, being featured in Taste of Home, The Kitchn, ABC’s Home and Family, and more. Here at The Cookie Rookie she is the editor in chief of all recipes and continues to enjoy sharing her passion for cooking for busy families. She has since founded two additional food blogs, Easy Chicken Recipes and Easy Dessert Recipes.

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