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How Long to Cook Bone-In Turkey Breast (Half or Whole, 5–7 lb) in the air fryer

Specification: Split bone-in skin-on turkey breast half (2.5–3 lb), herb-butter rubbed under and over skin

Target Temp
Heat Waves
350°F (177°C)
Convection Heat
Total Time
Clock Time
38–48 mins
Total Cook Window
Flip Mark
Flip Action
22m
Turnover Point
Internal Safe Temp
Thermometer Probe
165°F (74°C)
USDA Safe Pull
COOK MODE
Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage
Start cook

3-Step Execution Protocol

1
Preheat & Prep

Preheat air-fryer to 350°F (177°C). Place bone-in turkey breast (half or whole, 5–7 lb) (Split bone-in skin-on turkey breast half (2.5–3 lb), herb-butter rubbed under and over skin) in a single layer with space between items for convection airflow. Spray lightly with high-smoke-point oil.

2
Cook & Flip

Cook for 38–48 mins. Flip or shake basket at the 22-minute mark for even browning.

3
Check & Rest

Skin is deeply golden and crackling crisp; probe inserted into the thickest core away from bone reads 165°F Confirm internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Rest for 15 minutes before serving.

Verification Basis & Testing Rig

Butterball Air Fryer Turkey Standards & USDA FSIS Poultry Cooking Guidelines

Pro Tip: Air fry skin-side down for the first 20 minutes, then flip skin-side up for the remainder to ensure the skin crisps without burning.

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