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Instant Pot Turkey Breast

Preparing and cooking a turkey breast in the Instant Pot is so easy; it’s an effortlessly tender and juicy dish!

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

Directions :

  • 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.