Air Fryer Duck Breast Recipe

Name: Air Fryer Duck Breast Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 serving
Ingredients: 1 duck breast; 1 teaspoon thyme; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon pepper

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings
2
Calories
141 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
American

Air Fryer Duck Breast Recipe

Iris Warren

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Discover the perfect way to cook duck breast: air frying! This method delivers a crispy skin and juicy meat in just 20 minutes.

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Ingredients

Servings

1 duck breast
1 teaspoon thyme
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper

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Instructions

Using paper towels, gently pat the duck breast to remove excess moisture.
With a sharp knife, carefully score the skin of the duck breast, creating a diamond pattern. Try to cut only through the skin, not the meat.
Generously season both sides of the duck with a blend of thyme, salt, and pepper.
Place the seasoned duck breast in the air fryer basket, keeping the skin side facing up.
Set the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and cook the duck for 10-15 minutes.
Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. The duck is ready when it reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
After cooking, allow the duck breast to rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Notes

Pat the duck breast dry before seasoning it. If there is excess moisture, the skin will not become crispy.
Switch up the seasoning. While thyme, salt, and pepper are classics, you can also try garlic powder, rosemary, or Italian seasoning.
Don't rely on cooking time alone. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness. Duck is safe to eat when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
There will probably be a lot of duck fat in the bottom of the air fryer. You can keep it and use it to saute vegetables or roast potatoes. Strain it into a jar and store it in the fridge for up to a week.
Pat the duck breast dry before seasoning it. If there is excess moisture, the skin will not become crispy.
Switch up the seasoning. While thyme, salt, and pepper are classics, you can also try garlic powder, rosemary, or Italian seasoning.
Don't rely on cooking time alone. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness. Duck is safe to eat when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
There will probably be a lot of duck fat in the bottom of the air fryer. You can keep it and use it to saute vegetables or roast potatoes. Strain it into a jar and store it in the fridge for up to a week.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 141kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 22g (44%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Cholesterol 87mg (29%) Sodium 646mg (27%) Potassium 316mg (9%) Fiber 0.3g (1%) Sugar 0.01g (0%) Vitamin A 110IU (2%) Vitamin C 9mg (10%) Calcium 10mg (1%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 141 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	141kcal	7%
Carbohydrates	1g	0%
Protein	22g	44%
Fat	5g	8%
Saturated Fat	1g	5%
Polyunsaturated Fat	1g	6%
Monounsaturated Fat	1g	5%
Cholesterol	87mg	29%
Sodium	646mg	27%
Potassium	316mg	7%
Fiber	0.3g	1%
Sugar	0.01g	0%
Vitamin A	110IU	2%
Vitamin C	9mg	10%
Calcium	10mg	1%
Iron	5mg	28%