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Air Fryer Turkey Breast (boneless, tenderloin)

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Air fryer turkey breast is a delicious main dish that is perfect from smaller holiday gatherings, or anytime.

sliced air fryer turkey breast on a plate with green herbs

Oh friends, this makes the most juicy, tender meat. You are going to love it!

I know a lot of you will need a main dish for a smaller Thanksgiving or Christmas/ holiday gatherings. This is perfect for that!

Air Fryer Turkey Breast on plate with green beans

You could also use this air fryer turkey breast to batch meal-prep some meals to have ready throughout the week. This recipe is very handy for that.👌🏻

How to make air fryer turkey breast

First, gather your ingredients.

Ingredients

For tastiest results, always use the best quality ingredients you have access to.

meat and seasonings on a white surface with label text

The ingredients for this recipe are pretty simple and consist of the meat and seasonings. I am using a flavor profile very similar to my oven roasted turkey breast, which is what we make for our larger family Thanksgiving gathering: garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, thyme, salt and pepper.

To make this air fryer turkey breast recipe, you will need the following ingredients:

  • turkey breast tenderloin
  • olive oil
  • salt and pepper
  • onion powder
  • garlic powder
  • thyme
  • paprika

Preparing the meat

Preheat the air fryer to 360 degrees Fahrenheit. It can preheat while you season the meat.

Pat the turkey breast dry with a clean paper towel. In a small mixing bowl, mix together the salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, thyme and paprika.

spices mixed in w white bowl with spoon

Rub or brush the turkey with the oil all over then rub the spice rub all over the turkey, top, bottom and all sides. 

raw meat with seasoning rubbed on

Air fryer turkey breast time and temperature

Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or olive oil spray, place the turkey tenderloin into the basket.

raw turkey breast tenderloin in air fryer basket

Close the basket and cook the turkey for about 10-12 minutes, flip it over and cook it for 10 more minutes on the other side.

Cook it until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. You can use a meat thermometer to check the doneness of the turkey.

Once it is done, remove the turkey from the air fryer basket and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

perfectly cooked turkey breast in air fryer basket

Resting time is critical because it allows the juices to redistribute. If you slice too soon, the juices will all run out on the plate, and you will be left with dry meat. So, leave time to rest, friends.👌🏻

Serve air fryer turkey breast with all your favorite sides for a lovely holiday meal. 

Air Fryer Turkey Tenderloin on a plate with green beans

Be sure and check out all my best Thanksgiving recipes if you need ideas for side dishes.

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sliced air fryer turkey tenderloin on a plate with green herbs
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Air Fryer Turkey Breast (boneless, tenderloin)

Air fryer turkey breast is a delicious main dish that is perfect from smaller holiday gatherings, or anytime.

Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword air fryer turkey tenderloin
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Rest time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 80 kcal
Author Marjorie @APinchOfHealthy

Ingredients

  • 1 turkey breast tenderloin – 1-1.5lbs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon thyme
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 360 degrees F.
  2. Pat the turkey breast dry with a clean paper towel.
  3. In a small mixing bowl, mix together the salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, thyme and paprika.
  4. Rub or brush the turkey with the oil all over then rub the spice rub all over the turkey, top, bottom and all sides.
  5. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or olive oil spray, place the turkey tenderloin into the basket. Close the basket and cook the turkey for about 10-12 minutes, flip it over and cook it for 10 more minutes on the other side. Cook it until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. You can use a meat thermometer to check the doneness of the turkey. Once it is done, remove the turkey from the air fryer basket and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Recipe Notes

Cooking chart – Most air fryers will hold a 3-5 lb turkey
1-1.5 lb turkey tenderloin – 360 degrees F for 10-12 minutes each side – total time 20 minutes
2-3 lb turkey tenderloin – 360 degrees F for 15 minutes each side – total time 30 minutes
4-5 lb turkey tenderloin – 360 degrees F for 20 minutes each side – total time 40 minutes

Nutrition Facts
Air Fryer Turkey Breast (boneless, tenderloin)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 80 Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value*
Fat 4g6%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 3g
Cholesterol 19mg6%
Sodium 320mg14%
Potassium 16mg0%
Carbohydrates 1g0%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 10g20%
Vitamin A 136IU3%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 4mg0%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Note: Air fryer turkey breast tenderloin originally appears on A Pinch of Healthy October 25, 2021.

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  1. Fran says

    October 16, 2022 at 7:22 pm

    5 stars
    My husband and myself really enjoyed the AF turkey meal. My husband said he wants me to make this again. I like that I can also use the same spices for pork and chicken.

    Thank you so much, I’ll continue watching for more of your recipes

    Reply
    • Marjorie @APinchOfHealthy says

      October 17, 2022 at 8:44 am

      Yay Fran! I am so happy to hear that. Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback.

      Reply
  2. Billie says

    August 7, 2022 at 4:58 pm

    5 stars
    Great tming, juicy and super easy. Love it WAY better than regular turkey.

    Reply
    • Marjorie @APinchOfHealthy says

      August 9, 2022 at 7:42 am

      Glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  3. Kim Sides says

    July 1, 2022 at 4:39 pm

    5 stars
    Amazing flavor very juicy and tender, made just like recipe, in my Pampered Chef air fryer!

    Reply
    • Marjorie @APinchOfHealthy says

      July 1, 2022 at 4:47 pm

      Yay Kim! Glad to hear that.

      Reply
  4. Luann says

    June 25, 2022 at 12:55 pm

    I have a question, and perhaps I missed it in the instruction, but, about how many ounces are you considering a serving? TIA!

    Reply
  5. Jeannie says

    April 17, 2022 at 4:45 pm

    5 stars
    Yum! Thank you for our easy, delicious Easter dinner. Perfect. Your recipes are a delight.

    Reply
  6. Amanda says

    March 12, 2022 at 2:50 pm

    5 stars
    Just tried this and it is amazing!

    Reply
    • Marjorie @APinchOfHealthy says

      March 17, 2022 at 6:56 am

      Yay Amanda! I am so happy to hear it.

      Reply
  7. Mary Skurka says

    January 31, 2022 at 12:49 am

    My two tenderloins weighed 2.16 ozs and I cooked them ten mins each side. The ends seemed a bit more well done. Next time, I will check the temp a little earlier. The seasoning was great and I will definitely make this recipe again.

    Reply
    • Marjorie @APinchOfHealthy says

      January 31, 2022 at 8:22 am

      I am glad you enjoyed it Mary!❤️

      Reply
  8. Kathi P says

    December 5, 2021 at 11:40 am

    5 stars
    I have made this twice. Once before Thanksgiving to try it out. Second time on Thanksgiving because it is moist and delicious!! The only thing I really changed was using an olive oil spray and then put the rub on a couple of hours ahead of cooking to let the seasonings absorb into the tenderloin. My family loved it and 20 minutes versus hours of cooking a whole turkey.. priceless !!

    Reply
    • Marjorie @APinchOfHealthy says

      December 9, 2021 at 7:57 am

      This makes me so happy to hear, Kathi!❤️

      Reply

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