Name: Best Turkey Bacon in the Air Fryer (10 minutes)
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pack uncured turkey bacon

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Turkey bacon in the air fryer is the perfect solution to a healthy, quick breakfast on busy mornings. In less than 10 minutes you can have perfectly cooked bacon without having to stand over the stove and watch it. It's perfect for breakfast, sandwiches, or on top of yummy salads.

turkey bacon in air fryer on white plate with strawberries.

Are your mornings usually crazy busy? On days I'm rushing around in the mornings, I feel like it's hard to make the time to eat any breakfast, let alone a healthy one. However, that's one of the reasons I love this air fryer turkey bacon recipe because I can set it and "forget" it while I finish getting ready.

Cooking turkey bacon in the air fryer is a great way to make sure you get a decent amount of protein in, in the morning without having to spend a whole lot of time in the kitchen. All you have to do is place the turkey bacon slices into a preheated air fryer basket and cook for 10 minutes. There's no grease splattering, no standing over the stove, and no worries (if you have kids) about little hands getting burned.

You can also pair this easy recipe with almost any breakfast food! Put on the side of scrambled eggs or soft boiled eggs and toast for a filling and balanced meal.

Or maybe you're looking for a way to add some protein to your favorite pancakes and waffles. Either way, next time you're making breakfast be sure to include this turkey bacon in the air fryer!

IS TURKEY BACON HEALTHY?

Compared to traditional pork bacon, turkey bacon has a little less fat, fewer calories, and more protein per serving. It's also a great option for those who don't eat pork due to religious reasons or those following any kind of special diet.

While generally thought of as a healthier option, it still is high in sodium, so just be mindful of that. (especially if your doctor tells you to watch your sodium intake)

HOW LONG TO COOK TURKEY BACON IN THE AIR FRYER?

The cooking time will vary based on your personal preference of texture. If you want crunchy bacon, you'll cook it at 380 degrees F for 8-9 minutes. If you like "limpy' or soft bacon, you only need to cook it 5-6 minutes.

WHAT YOU NEED

raw turkey bacon on a white plate with black text reading, "turkey bacon."

Equipment:

Air Fryer
Tongs

Ingredients:

Turkey bacon: I like the use uncured turkey bacon so there's no additives or sodium nitrates. Applegate Farms is my favorite!

HOW TO COOK TURKEY BACON IN AN AIR FRYER

Remove the bacon from the packaging and preheat your air fryer to 380 degrees F
Once preheated, place however many slices of turkey bacon you can fit in a single layer into your air fryer basket
Cook for 5-6 minutes for soft bacon or 8-9 minutes for crispy bacon
Use tongs to pull the cooked bacon out of the basket and repeat steps 2-3 with any remaining slices

turkey bacon slices in air fryer basket. — **Place raw bacon into preheated basket**

turkey bacon cooked in the air fryer. — **Cook at 380 F for 5-9 minutes (depending on your preferred doneness)**

WHAT IS THE BEST TURKEY BACON?

Personally, I love the Uncured Applegate Turkey Bacon. I has a great flavor, simple ingredients, and always cooks well. If you can't find it, or want to try another brand, Trader Joe's, Godshall's, Oscar Mayer, or Butterball turkey bacon are all good brands.

WHAT DO I EAT WITH TURKEY BACON?

There's lots of different ways to enjoy it! A few of my favorite ways are:

For breakfast with potatoes and scrambled eggs
With Air fryer egg in a holes
As a side to French toast, waffles, or pancakes
Serve with sausage and quiche for brunch
On a BLT sandwich or wrap
As a healthy salad topping
Or made into bacon bits and crumbled over soup

STORING AND REHEATING LEFTOVERS

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

You can reheat it in the microwave by covering it in a paper towel and cooking it for 15 second intervals, cook in the air fryer at 300 degrees F for 2-3 minutes, or (my personal preference) reheat it in a skillet on the stove over medium/ low heat.

EXPERT TIPS

Place the strips of bacon in a single layer in the air fryer basket
Don't overcrowd the basket, you want air to be able to circulate
The cook time will depend on your personal texture preference (if you want it crispy, or more limpy)
Line the bottom of the basket with aluminum foil to catch any excess grease or drippings
Use tongs to remove it once cooked so you don't burn your fingers

FAQs

Can you cook bacon in the air fryer?

Absolutely! While I air fry turkey bacon for myself, I also cook regular bacon all the time for my family in it as well.

Is turkey bacon really bacon?

It's actually dark meat that's been arranged to look like strips of bacon. Compared to traditional bacon, there's not as much fat and fewer calories, however, it does follow the same curing requirements.

How do you know when it's done?

The "doneness" is actually based on preference. If you want crispy turkey bacon, cook it longer, or if you want "softer" turkey bacon, you only need to cook it for a few minutes.

Is air fried turkey bacon good?

Yes, I think air fryer bacon is the best way to cook it! It comes out perfectly cooked every single time, plus there's minimal mess.

air fryer bacon on white plate with pancakes and fruit.

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