Description
A quick and easy recipe for perfectly crispy turkey bacon using an air fryer. This method delivers deliciously browned, tender turkey bacon in just 15 minutes with minimal oil and cleanup.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 lb. turkey bacon
- 1 teaspoon olive oil or avocado oil
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 350°F (177°C) and allow it to preheat fully for optimal cooking conditions.
- Prepare the basket: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive or avocado oil to prevent sticking. Then, arrange the turkey bacon slices in a single layer, ensuring each piece has a little space around it for even air circulation.
- Cook the first side: Close the air fryer and cook the bacon for 5 minutes to start crisping and browning the slices.
- Flip the bacon: Carefully open the basket using tongs to flip each turkey bacon piece over for even cooking on both sides.
- Cook the second side: Close the air fryer and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes. For extra crispiness, continue cooking for 1-2 more minutes until the desired texture is achieved.
- Drain and serve: Remove the turkey bacon from the air fryer and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil. Repeat the cooking process for any remaining bacon slices.
Notes
- Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and crispness.
- Cooking times may vary slightly based on the thickness of the turkey bacon and individual air fryer models.
- You may substitute olive oil with avocado oil or any neutral oil for spraying the basket.
- Use tongs to safely flip the bacon halfway through cooking.
- Store leftover cooked turkey bacon in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
