This instant pot turkey breast recipe with gravy is a delicious alternative for a whole turkey, for Thanksgiving dinner, or any time of year, and it has a cook time of only 40 minutes!
6poundturkey breast(6-7 pounds will work) thawed | Bone-in preferred but boneless will work!
2tablespoonolive oil
2teaspoonssalt
2teaspoonspepper
2teaspoonssageground or rubbed (can also use poultry seasoning in place of this)
1teaspoongarlic powder
1cupchicken broth
Gravy Ingredients
2tablespoonssalted butter
2tablespoonsflour
1tablespoonheavy cream
Garnish (optional)
cranberries
rosemary sprigs
Instructions
Mix the oil, salt, pepper, sage, and garlic powder in a small bowl and mix together evenly.
Rub the oil and spice mixture evenly over the turkey breast.
Place 1 cup of chicken broth into the Instant Pot.
Place the trivet into the instant pot and then place the seasoned turkey breast onto the trivet, skin side up.
Set the Instant Pot to cook for 40 minutes on high power.
Once the 40 minutes is up, allow the pressure to release naturally.
Remove the turkey from the pot and cover with tin foil until ready to serve. Or, if you would like the turkey skin to brown more and be crispy, turn the oven on low broil. Place the turkey on a baking sheet and broil until the skin is crispy and golden. Watch constantly as it can change very quickly.
Gravy Instructions:
Turn on the saute function of the Instant Pot.
Add butter to the liquid that was leftover from the turkey, in the instant pot. Stir until melted.
Gradually add flour while whisking constantly. Cook for 3-5 minutes.
Stir in the heavy cream. (If there are lumps, an immersion blender works well.)
Turn off the heat. Whisk occasionally, until desired thickness. (It should continue to thicken in the residual heat.)
You may pour the gravy over the turkey breast or serve it on the side.
Notes
Can I cook a turkey breast in the Instant Pot from frozen?Yes! You will need to increase the cooking time to 50 minutes. Or, if you prefer, you can thaw the turkey breast in the fridge overnight and cook as directed in the recipe. How long does it take per pound to cook a turkey breast in the Instant Pot? For best results, it's recommended to cook a turkey in the Instant Pot for 5-6 minutes per pound.Can I use sliced turkey breast for sandwiches? Absolutely. Cooking a turkey breast in the Instant pot works great for a dinner, to use for sandwiches or even cut up for salads.Should I use a bone-in or boneless turkey breast? You can use either but bone-in turkey breast tends to be juicier. Keep in mind that boneless turkey breasts will cook faster than bone-in.