Pressure Cooker Turkey Breast Recipes

INSTANT POT® TURKEY BREAST

Steps:

• Sprinkle onion soup mix all over turkey breast and place in the pot of an electric pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Place celery and onion chunks over and around turkey breast. Pour chicken broth over turkey breast.
• Seal pressure cooker and bring to high/low pressure on the 'Poultry' setting or according to manufacturer's instructions; cook until juices run clear, about 30 minutes. Release pressure through natural-release method for about 20 minutes. Transfer turkey breast to a plate and slice.
• Change the electric pressure cooker setting to 'Saute.' Mix water and cornstarch together in a bowl; add a small amount of hot liquid from the pot. Mix until dissolved; pour into the pot and whisk well until thickened, about 3 minutes. Serve gravy alongside turkey.

PRESSURE COOKER / INSTANT POT TURKEY BREAST

Steps:

• Season turkey breast liberally with salt and pepper. (You can also season with dried thyme or your favorite spice blend under the skin if you prefer.)
• Put a trivet in the bottom of the pressure cooking pot. Add the broth, onion, celery, and thyme. Add the turkey to the cooking pot, breast-side up.
• Lock the lid in place. Select High Pressure and set the cook time for 30 minutes.*
• When the cook time ends, turn off the pressure cooker and allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then use a quick pressure release.
• When the valve drops, carefully remove the lid. Use an instant read thermometer at the thickest part of the breast to check if the turkey is done. It should be 165°F. If needed, return the lid and cook at High Pressure for a few more minutes.
• When the turkey is done, use the trivet to carefully remove it from the cooking pot and place on a platter. Cover with foil to rest.
• To make the gravy, pour the juices in the cooking pot through a strainer and skim off the fat. (I like to use a fat separator.)
• Whisk together cornstarch and cold water; add to broth in cooking pot. Select Sauté and stir until broth thickens. Add salt and pepper to taste.
• If you're not planning to brown the turkey: Remove the foil and discard the skin. Slice the turkey and serve immediately.
• If you would like to brown the turkey in the pressure cooking pot: Transfer the gravy to a serving dish and rinse and wipe out the cooking pot. Carefully transfer the turkey on the trivet back to the inside of the cooking pot. Lock the air fryer lid in place. Set the temperature to 350 degrees F and cook until the skin is crispy and browned. (For a 5.5 pound turkey, this took me about 15 minutes in the Ninja Foodi. But be sure to check regularly!) Slice the turkey and serve immediately.

BONELESS TURKEY BREAST IN THE INSTANT POT®

Steps:

• Combine paprika, herbes de Provence, seasoned salt, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Place the trivet of a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) on a work surface.
• Pat all sides of thawed turkey breast with paper towels until dry. Be sure to leave the mesh in place, as this holds the turkey together. Rub turkey with about 2 teaspoons olive oil, then rub with dry seasonings. Set gravy packet aside for later use.
• Turn on the cooker and select Saute function. Allow the inner pot to heat, 1 to 2 minutes. Add remaining oil to the hot pot, then add turkey breast and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes. Carefully remove turkey breast and set on the trivet. Pour chicken stock into the hot pot and scrape up any browned bits with a wooden spoon. Place the trivet and turkey breast into the pot and place celery and onions around it. Cancel Saute function.
• Close and lock the lid, set the valve to seal, and select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions. Set timer for 25 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
• Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 15 minutes. Release any remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions.
• Open the pot and check internal temperature of the turkey with an instant-read thermometer. Safe internal temperature is at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Lift turkey out of the pot and place on a cutting board; cover with aluminum foil. Remove the trivet and turn off the cooker.
• Strain cooking liquid into a glass measuring cup. Add enough water to make 1 1/2 cups liquid.
• Return the inner pot to the cooker, add butter, and select Saute function. Sprinkle flour into the melted butter and whisk briskly to avoid lumps. Whisk bubbling mixture for about 2 minutes, then gradually add the cooking liquid, stirring constantly. Pour in the contents of the gravy packet; cook and stir until mixture comes to a boil and thickens slightly, 5 to 10 minutes. Cancel Saute function and pour gravy into a serving container.
• Slice turkey and serve warm with gravy.