
Juicy Instant Pot Turkey Breast with Creamy Gravy
Effortlessly prepare a flavorful and tender turkey breast in your Instant Pot. This recipe delivers a delicious, restaurant-quality meal in minutes, perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
Equipment Needed
- Instant Pot
Ingredients
- 4.00 poundsBoneless, thawed turkey breast(Ensure turkey is properly thawed.)
- 1.00 tablespoonOlive oil(For searing.)
- 1.00 tablespoonSmoked paprika(Adds depth of flavor.)
- 1.00 tablespoonItalian seasoning(For Italian herbs.)
- 1.00 teaspoonTarragon(Adds a subtle herbal note.)
- 1.00 teaspoonSalt(Season to taste.)
- 2.00 teaspoonsBlack pepper(Season to taste.)
- 2.00 clovesMinced garlic(Adds flavor.)
- 2.00 tablespoonsUnsalted butter(For searing and gravy.)
- 2.00 tablespoonsAll-purpose flour(For gravy.)
- 0.50 cupLow-sodium chicken broth(For gravy.)
- 0.50 cupHalf and half(For richer gravy (optional).)
Instructions
Season turkey breast with olive oil, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, tarragon, salt, and pepper. Add minced garlic.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Sear turkey breast in Instant Pot with butter and oil until browned on all sides (5-8 minutes).
Estimated time: 8 minutes
Place Instant Pot trivet, then turkey breast on top. Close lid and cook on Manual setting, high pressure for 25 minutes.
Estimated time: 25 minutes
Allow natural pressure release for 10-15 minutes. Quick release if needed. Let turkey rest, covered in foil, for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
Estimated time: 15 minutes
For gravy, melt butter in Instant Pot. Whisk in flour and cook until smooth.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Whisk in chicken broth and half and half (if using). Cook until thickened (3 minutes).
Estimated time: 3 minutes
Season gravy with salt and pepper to taste.
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Serve sliced turkey breast over rice, mashed potatoes, or your favorite sides with the creamy gravy.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
For extra crispy skin, broil turkey breast for 5-10 minutes.
Estimated time: 10 minutes
Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or thyme for an elegant presentation.
Estimated time: 2 minutes