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Air Fryer Duck Breast Recipe

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

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

Ingredients

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

Instructions

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  1. Using paper towels, gently pat the duck breast to remove excess moisture.
  2. 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.
  3. Generously season both sides of the duck with a blend of thyme, salt, and pepper.
  4. Place the seasoned duck breast in the air fryer basket, keeping the skin side facing up.
  5. Set the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and cook the duck for 10-15 minutes.
  6. Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. The duck is ready when it reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  7. 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

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

% 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%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.