Cooking air fryer recipes is a great way to whip up some quick proteins. Although I’m used to cooking up main dishes like crispy air fryer chicken wings, air fryer sausage, air fryer chicken legs, air fried lamb chops, or air fryer salmon, this little appliance is just perfect for turkey bacon!
Can You Cook Turkey Bacon In An Air Fryer?
Yes, you can cook this bacon in an air fryer! In fact, it’s one of the quickest and easiest ways to cook up a delicious batch of this breakfast staple.
Choosing Turkey Bacon
Cured Vs. Uncured – I suggest opting for nitrate free uncured turkey bacon slices. It is leaner, packs more protein, and has slightly less sodium than others. However, this method works with any turkey bacon you like. Fillers – Turkey bacon is made from ground turkey meat, but some brands also add fillers, sugar, or other ingredients. Be sure to read the label carefully to make sure you are getting a product that fits your lifestyle. Flavor – Like pork bacon, turkey bacon comes in a variety of flavors, from traditional smoked to maple or applewood-smoked. Choose a flavor to complement your meal.
How To Cook Turkey Bacon In The Air Fryer
This section shows how to make turkey bacon in the air fryer, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique, to help you visualize it. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card.
How Long To Cook Turkey Bacon In The Air Fryer?
Air fry turkey bacon for 4 minutes, flip, and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes, or until crispy. The bacon will crisp up more as it cools, so even if it doesn’t seem crispy enough, don’t overcook it.
Storage Instructions
Store: Wrap leftovers in plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Reheat: Warm leftovers in the microwave on a paper towel. You can also reheat turkey bacon in the air fryer for 1-2 minutes.
Can You Freeze Cooked Turkey Bacon?
Yes, you can freeze cooked turkey bacon. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil to prevent freezer burn. Freeze for up to 3 months.
Ways to Use Air Fryer Turkey Bacon
Now that you know how to cook turkey bacon in the air fryer, here’s how to use it up.
Breakfast – Eggs are a classic choice and you have lots of options: Baked eggs, fried eggs, coddled eggs, a perfect omelette, an egg sweet potato hash, or even an egg casserole. If you want something different, try coconut flour pancakes or peanut butter overnight oats. Appetizers – You can easily swap bacon for turkey bacon in healthy appetizer recipes like deviled eggs with bacon, spicy jalapeno poppers, and crack dip. Vegetables – Vegetable recipes like brussels sprouts au gratin, Southern fried cabbage, broccoli cauliflower salad, and zucchini noodle salad could all use some crispy turkey bacon. Mains – Main dishes like chicken bacon ranch, bacon cheeseburger soup, or chicken bacon ranch casserole that use cooked bacon can easily use air fryer turkey bacon instead.
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