How Long To Roast A Turkey Breast In A Ninja Foodi

The Ninja Foodi is an incredibly versatile kitchen appliance that can pressure cook, air fry, slow cook, steam, sauté, bake/roast and more all in one unit. One of the most popular uses for the Ninja Foodi is roasting a turkey breast. With its ability to cook food quickly while keeping it incredibly moist and tender, the Ninja Foodi is ideal for roasting turkey breast.

Determining Cook Time Based On Weight

When determining how long to roast a turkey breast in the Ninja Foodi, the most important factor is the weight. As a general guideline, plan on cooking a turkey breast for 3 minutes per pound on high pressure.

So for example, if you have an 8 pound turkey breast, you would pressure cook it for 24 minutes (8 lbs x 3 minutes per lb = 24 minutes). Here’s a handy chart with cook times based on turkey breast weight:

• 3 lb turkey breast: 9 minutes high pressure
• 4 lb turkey breast: 12 minutes high pressure
• 5 lb turkey breast: 15 minutes high pressure
• 6 lb turkey breast: 18 minutes high pressure
• 7 lb turkey breast: 21 minutes high pressure
• 8 lb turkey breast: 24 minutes high pressure
• 9 lb turkey breast: 27 minutes high pressure
• 10 lb turkey breast: 30 minutes high pressure

The great thing about the Ninja Foodi is that after pressure cooking you can then switch over to air crisp mode to crisp up the skin. More on that in a bit.

Preparing The Turkey Breast

Before cooking your turkey breast in the Ninja Foodi, it’s important to properly prepare it:

• Thaw – If frozen, thaw turkey breast completely in the refrigerator for 24-48 hours. Do not thaw at room temperature.

• Trim – Remove any feathers or pinfeathers. Trim off excess skin and fat.

• Brine – For added moisture and flavor, brine the turkey breast for 8-12 hours before cooking Make a simple brine with salt, sugar, herbs and spices.

• Pat Dry – Pat turkey breast dry with paper towels before seasoning. This helps the seasoning stick.

• Season – Generously season all over with salt, pepper and any additional herbs or spices. Get seasoning under the skin too.

How To Roast Turkey Breast In The Ninja Foodi

Once your turkey breast is prepped, follow these simple steps:

1. Add 1 cup liquid to pot – This will create steam to help cook the turkey. Chicken broth or water works well.

2. Insert crisping basket – Place prepared turkey breast in crisping basket. Basket allows airflow for even cooking.

3. Pressure cook – Lock lid, seal vent. Pressure cook for 3 minutes per pound on high pressure. Allow natural release for 15 minutes.

4. Optional Air Crisp – Remove lid. Set to air crisp 400F for 5-10 minutes to crisp skin.

5. Check temp – Turkey is done when internal temp reaches 165F. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.

The pressure cooking gives you tender, juicy meat while the air crisp crisps up the skin. It’s the best of both worlds for moist and delicious turkey breast!

Ninja Foodi Turkey Breast Tips

Here are some additional tips when making turkey breast in the Ninja Foodi:

• For even faster cooking, you can cook a boneless, skinless turkey breast. Reduce cook time by 2-3 minutes per pound.

• Use broth, wine or citrus juice for added flavor in the pot. Olive oil or butter works too.

• Add aromatics to the pot like onion, garlic, herbs for extra flavor.

• Air crisp at 400F. Brush turkey with oil or butter before air crisping if skin isn’t crisping.

• Use a meat thermometer to ensure breast reaches safe 165F internal temp.

• Allow turkey to rest at least 10 minutes before slicing for juicy results.

• Save broth in pot to make gravy or sauce.

• Leftover turkey breast makes great sandwiches, salads, casseroles and soup.

Full Recipe For Ninja Foodi Turkey Breast

Follow this full recipe for juicy, tender and delicious Ninja Foodi turkey breast:

Ingredients:

• 1 bone-in, skin-on turkey breast (3-10 lbs)
• 1⁄4 cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp minced garlic
• 1 tbsp dried thyme
• 1 tbsp dried rosemary
• 1 tbsp sage
• 1 tbsp poultry seasoning
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1⁄2 tsp pepper
• 1 cup chicken broth

Instructions:

1. Thaw and prep turkey breast if needed. Pat dry with paper towels.

2. Combine olive oil, garlic and all seasonings in a small bowl. Rub mixture all over turkey, including under skin. Cover and refrigerate 30-60 minutes.

3. Add 1 cup chicken broth to Ninja Foodi pot. Insert crisping basket.

4. Place seasoned turkey breast in basket. Pressure cook on high for 3 minutes per pound (see chart above). Allow natural release for 15 minutes.

5. Carefully remove lid. Brush turkey with a little olive oil or butter.

6. Air crisp at 400F for 5-10 minutes until skin is crispy and golden brown.

7. Use a meat thermometer to check internal temp. Turkey is done at 165F.

8. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

With the Ninja Foodi, you get an amazingly juicy and tender turkey breast with crispy skin in a fraction of the traditional roasting time. Enjoy your delicious Ninja Foodi turkey for holidays, game day or anytime!