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Juicy Air Fryer Turkey

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Air Fryer Turkey

If you’re looking for a way to cook your turkey this year that’s different from the traditional oven method, you may want to try using an air fryer. Air fryers are small appliances that use hot air to cook food, and they can be used to cook all kinds of things, including turkey. If you’re thinking about using an air fryer to cook your turkey this year, here is some information on how to do it.

Air Fryer Turkey

Air Fryer Turkey is there anything better? With more and more people staying home this Thanksgiving, I thought it would be a great time to do a little turkey in my air fryer.

I used a breast. It weighed about 8 pounds and came out absolutely fabulous, juicy, and moist. If you are scared of making a turkey in your air fryer, I hope that my recipe will put you at ease.

The first thing I did when attempting this is to figure out how I should season it. I noticed A LOT of roasted turkeys were being covered in mayonnaise. Mayo, you say? That was my first thought, and I watched a few you-tube videos on it because this was my family’s dinner later, and I needed something to feed them, so ruining it wasn’t the best idea, was it?

So, I made a mixture of mayonnaise and herbs and slathered it on the turkey. I was petrified my youngest son would have come down and found it because I knew he wouldn’t be eating it hen. But, I persevered, and by the end of the cooking process (air frying), it was AMAZING, and we started to eat it. It’s amazingly juicy and flavorful.

Air Fryer Turkey

I know what you’re thinking. Is yet another appliance going to take up space on my countertop? Yes, I thought the same thing at first, but hear me out. An air fryer is so much more than just another small kitchen appliance. If you’re not familiar with them, air fryers are electric appliances that use fans to circulate hot air around your food, cooking it evenly and quickly. The best part is that they don’t require any oil, so your food stays healthy and low in fat. Today I want to share my favorite air fryer turkey recipe with you. It’s simple to make and always turns out delicious!

What You Need To Make An Air Fryer Turkey

If you’re looking to make a delicious and healthy turkey for your Thanksgiving feast, an air fryer is a perfect appliance to use. Air fryers use hot air to cook food, so they’re a great option if you want to avoid using oil or if you’re trying to eat healthier. In this blog post, we’ll share some tips on how to make a turkey in an air fryer. So read on to find out more!

  • Bone-In Turkey: Depending on the size of your air fryer, you can either cook a whole (small) turkey or a bone-in turkey breast.
  • Mayonnaise: This will keep your turkey moist, you can also use olive oil, but trust me this makes for a moist and delicious turkey. And you won’t ever taste the mayonnaise!
  • Seasonings/Spices: Ground Sage, Dried rosemary, Salt, Pepper, and Thyme

How To Cook A Turkey In The Air Fryer

How To Cook A Turkey In The Air Fryer

In a small mixing bowl, mix the mayonnaise, sage, rosemary, salt, pepper, and thyme.

Place the meat on the air fryer tray or in the air fryer basket. Season the turkey with salt and pepper.

How To Cook A Turkey In The Air Fryer

Rub the mayonnaise/herb mixture all over the turkey.

How Long Does It Take To Air Fry A Turkey?

Place the turkey (skin side down) into the air fryer, set the temperature to 350 degrees F for 20 minutes, flip the turkey over, and air fry until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F. The exact time will depend on your air fryer and how large your breast is.

Let the turkey rest, for about 10 minutes, before carving.

How To Cook A Turkey In The Air Fryer

Tips On Cooking A Turkey In An Air Fryer

Cooking a turkey in an air fryer is a great way to save time and energy on Thanksgiving. This guide will give you tips on how to cook your turkey perfectly in an air fryer. Avoid dry, overcooked meat by following these simple steps!

  • Thaw: Start with a thawed turkey, for the best flavor, although you can cook a frozen turkey in the air fryer (see tips and recipe below)
  • Rub: Add your favorite seasonings, I used a homemade turkey rub, but you can use a store-bought some great ones are
  • Moist: The reason that I used mayonnaise is that it keeps the turkey moist, while it air fries, you can also use oil. But trust me you will not taste the mayonnaise. and no one will ever know you used it!

Frequently Asked Questions:

What size turkey to buy for Thanksgiving Dinner?

The average recommendation is that you purchase 1.5 pounds of turkey, per person. The bone-in turkey breast is perfect for 2 to 3 people.

How to thaw your turkey

It’s that time of year again when people everywhere are getting ready to cook their Thanksgiving turkeys. For some, this may seem like a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be. In fact, if you follow these simple steps, thawing your turkey will be a breeze. So, what are you waiting for?

The average time to thaw is about 1 day for every 5 pounds of turkey. Remember to give yourself some extra time!

Let your turkey rest

Let your turkey rest after removing it from the air fryer. This is important so that the meat will be more tender and easier to slice! The meat will run to the center, so the entire turkey will be moist and juicy!

How to store leftovers

If you have any leftovers, let the turkey cool to room temperature. Then place it into an airtight container. It will last for 2 to 3 days, in the refrigerator.

How to reheat turkey in the air fryer

If you have leftover turkey, the air fryer is a great way to reheat it. Just follow these simple steps to make sure your turkey is hot and fresh!

  1. Place the sliced turkey into the air fryer basket.
  2. Set the temperature to 300 degrees F, using the air fryer setting.
  3. Cook until the turkey is warmed through, flip halfway during the cooking process.

What to serve with turkey

Cooking a turkey is a Thanksgiving tradition for many families. But what do you serve with it? Here are some ideas that will make your meal complete.

  • Air Fryer Stuffing
  • Air Fryer Mashed Potatoes
  • Cranberry Sauce
  • Air Fryer Cornbread

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Air Fryer Turkey
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
40 mins
 

The holidays are coming up, and that means it's time to start planning your menu! Turkey is a classic Thanksgiving dish, but it can be tricky to come up with ideas for what to serve with it. Check out this list of delicious side dishes to pair with your turkey!

Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Air Fried Turkey, Air Fryer Bone-In Turkey, Air Fyrer Whole Turkey, Thanksgiving Turkey
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 384 kcal
Author: ForkToSpoon.com
Ingredients
  • 1 turkey bone-in or small turkey
  • 1 cup mayo
  • 2 teaspoon ground sage
  • 2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
  1. In a small mixing bowl, mix the mayonnaise, sage, rosemary, salt, pepper, and thyme.

  2. Place the meat on the air fryer tray or in the air fryer basket.

  3. Season the turkey with salt and pepper.

  4. Rub the mayonnaise/herb mixture all over the turkey.

  5. Place the turkey (skin side down) into the air fryer, set the temperature to 350 degrees F for 20 minutes, flip the turkey over, and air fry until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F. The exact time will depend on your air fryer and how large your breast is.

  6. Let the turkey rest, for about 10 minutes, before carving.

  7. Plate, serve, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts
Air Fryer Turkey
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 384 Calories from Fat 378
% Daily Value*
Fat 42g65%
Saturated Fat 7g44%
Trans Fat 0.1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 25g
Monounsaturated Fat 9g
Cholesterol 24mg8%
Sodium 938mg41%
Potassium 23mg1%
Carbohydrates 1g0%
Fiber 0.4g2%
Sugar 0.3g0%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin A 63IU1%
Vitamin C 0.3mg0%
Calcium 18mg2%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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