Instant Pot Turkey Breast
User Reviews
5.0
48 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Additional Time
10 mins
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Total Time
47 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
190 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Instant Pot Turkey Breast
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This Instant Pot Turkey Breast comes out juicy, tender, and perfectly seasoned every time!
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Ingredients
- 1 boneless turkey breast 3 pounds, with skin
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ onion sliced
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- 3-4 sprigs fresh herbs parsley, rosemary, sage, and/or thyme
For Gravy (Optional)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon poultry seasoning optional
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Instructions
- Season the turkey breast with salt and pepper. Turn the Instant Pot on to SAUTE and add the oil.
- Once the oil is hot, add the turkey breast, skin side down for for 5 to 6 minutes or until browned.
- Remove the turkey and add the broth to the Instant Pot, scraping off any brown bits from the bottom.
- Place onion slices and fresh herbs in the broth, then add the trivet. Place the turkey breast, skin side up, on the trivet.
- Set the Instant Pot to MANUAL - HIGH PRESSURE and cook on high pressure for 22 minutes for a 3lb breast (see additional cooking times below for other sizes).
- After the cycle completes, let the turkey naturally release for 10 minutes, then release any remaining pressure.
- Use a thermometer to ensure the turkey breast has reached an internal temperature of 160°F. Transfer to a plate and let rest 10 minutes, the temperature will continue to rise to 165°F.
To Make The Gravy
- While the turkey breast is resting, remove the broth from the Instant Pot, strain, and set aside.
- Set the Instant Pot to SAUTE and melt the butter. Add the flour and poultry seasoning, cooking for 1 to 2 minutes while stirring or until it begins to lightly brown.
- Add whisk in the strained broth, whisking after each addition, until smooth. Continue adding broth to reach the desired thickness.
- Taste and season the gravy with additional salt and pepper and stir in additional fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- If preferred, turkey breast can be browned in a skillet on the stove.
- Cooking Times: If using a whole turkey breast (boneless). Cook times as follows on high pressure. 7-8 minutes per pound.
- 4 lb turkey breast - 28-32 minutes5 lb turkey breast - 35-40 minutes6 lb turkey breast - 42-48 minutes
- Cook times can vary slightly based on the shape of the turkey breast, a thicker shorter breast will take longer while a thinner flatter turkey breast will cook a bit quicker. If your turkey breast is thicker, use the longer cook time. If your turkey breast is very cold from the fridge, it may need an extra minute or two.
- Internal Temperature: Once the cooking time is over, let the turkey breast rest in the Instant Pot without releasing pressure for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, release any remaining pressure, open the lid, and check the internal temperature.
- To Prepare Gravy with Cornstarch - Add the strained broth back to the Instant Pot and bring to a boil using the SAUTE function. Combine 2 tablespoons cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water in a small bowl and whisk the mixture into the boiling liquid a little bit at a time until thickened. You may not need all of it. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the strained broth back to the Instant Pot and bring to a boil using the SAUTE function.
- Combine 2 tablespoons cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water in a small bowl and whisk the mixture into the boiling liquid
- For extra gravy prepare a packet of gravy mix per directions and combine it with the homemade gravy. Allow it to simmer together at least 5 minutes.
- If it has reached 160°F to 165°F, remove from the Instant Pot and rest on a plate for 10 minutes before slicing.
- If it is 152°F to 159°F, replace the lid and let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes; the residual heat will finish the cooking process.
- If the turkey breast is less than 152°F, place the lid back on and cook it on high pressure for 2 to 3 minutes longer. It will reach pressure quickly as everything is already hot. Do a quick release and check the temperature again.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
190
(10%)
Carbohydrates
4g
(1%)
Protein
28g
(56%)
Fat
7g
(11%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Cholesterol
70mg
(23%)
Sodium
484mg
(20%)
Potassium
375mg
(11%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
26IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
5mg
(6%)
Calcium
24mg
(2%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 190 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 190 | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 70mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 484mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 375mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 26IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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48 reviews
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