Deep Fried Turkey Breast Recipe

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 1 15

Cook Time: 30

Total Time: 1 45

Servings:

Calories: 381kcal

Once you know how, it's easy to deep fry a turkey breast, and you'll be so glad you learned!

To determine the amount of oil needed to deep fry the turkey breast, place the breast in a large, deep stock pot and cover with water by 3 inches. Mark the water level and remove the breast - this is the amount of oil needed to fry your turkey breast. Note: The pot should be large enough that the water/oil comes no more than halfway up the sides of the pot.
1½-2 gallons canola oil
Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels and liberally season with kosher salt and ground black pepper. Leave at room temperature for 1 hour (or refrigerate, uncovered, 1 to 24 hours).
2¼ teaspoons kosher salt, Freshly ground black pepper, 3 pound boneless, skinless turkey breast
While the breast air dries, dry the pot and add the measured amount of oil. Heat the oil until it registers 350°F on a deep-frying thermometer.
1½-2 gallons canola oil
Very slowly and carefully (protecting yourself from splatters) lower the turkey breast into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, turning it over once. The breast is done when the internal temperature (at the thickest part) registers 165°F on an instant read thermometer. Be sure to check the oil temperature often to maintain the oil at 350°F.
The cook time will depend how large the breast is, but a rough rule of thumb is about 3-4 minutes per pound plus 5 minutes. (About 15-20 minutes total for a 2½ - 3 pound breast.)
Remove the breast and allow it the rest 5 minutes before cutting into ½-inch slices.

Make sure that you use the largest pot you have. The pot should be large enough that the water/oil comes no more than halfway up the sides of the pot.
Once you measure the water level, be sure to dry the pot thoroughly. If there is any water left in the pot it can cause the oil to spit when it heats up.
Lower the turkey breast in very gently. You can use kitchen / heat proof gloves to protect yourself.

Storage: Store deep fried turkey breast in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.