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Lazy Thanksgiving Turkey

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Time: 50 minutes

Yield: 4 servings

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For a no-fuss holiday meal with minimal effort needed, Lazy Thanksgiving Turkey is definitely the most delicious way to go! With a blend of aromatic herbs and spices, this turkey breast turns out perfectly juicy with crispy skin in under 40 minutes thanks to the air fryer. Ideal for a smaller Thanksgiving gathering or a quick weeknight dinner, the Lazy Thanksgiving Turkey is both easy and flavorful. Slice and serve for a festive fowl feast!

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Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon ground rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dark brown sugar
  • 1 (2 1/2-pound) turkey breast, bone-in and skin-on
  • olive oil, to taste
  • stuffing, optional, to taste, cooked and hot, for serving

Directions

Step 1 -Preheat a 3 1/2-quart air fryer to 360 degrees F.

Step 2 -In a small bowl, add the salt, the thyme, the rosemary, the black pepper, the sage, the garlic powder, the paprika, and the brown sugar and mix to combine.

Step 3 -Brush the turkey breast on all sides with the olive oil.

Step 4 -Rub the spice mixture on the turkey breast on both sides, making sure to also rub it under the skin wherever possible.

Step 5 -In the basket of the air fryer, add the turkey breast, skin-side down, and roast it for 20 minutes.

Step 6 -Carefully flip the turkey breast and roast it in the air fryer until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, about 15 minutes.

Step 7 -Allow the turkey breast to rest for 10 minutes.

Step 8 -Serve with the stuffing.

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