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Juicy Instant Pot Turkey Breast with Easy Gravy

Four slices of juicy instant pot turkey breast covered in brown herb gravy served on a white plate.
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Make a tender, moist turkey breast quickly in your Instant Pot. This recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or smaller holiday gatherings and includes instructions for a simple gravy using the pot drippings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (3-4 lb) bone-in turkey breast
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch (for gravy)
  • 1 cup water (for gravy)

Instructions

  1. Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Rub this seasoning mix all over the turkey breast.
  3. Pour the chicken broth into the bottom of your Instant Pot liner.
  4. Place the trivet inside the Instant Pot. Set the seasoned turkey breast on top of the trivet, skin side up.
  5. Secure the lid and set the vent to Sealing. Cook on High Pressure for 35 minutes for a 3-4 lb breast.
  6. When cooking finishes, allow a Natural Pressure Release (NPR) for 10 minutes, then carefully quick release any remaining pressure.
  7. Remove the turkey breast and set it aside on a cutting board to rest, tented loosely with foil.
  8. Pour the liquid from the Instant Pot into a saucepan, leaving behind any large solids. Skim off excess fat if desired.
  9. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and 1 cup of water until smooth.
  10. Bring the liquid in the saucepan to a simmer over medium heat. Slowly whisk in the cornstarch slurry.
  11. Continue to simmer and whisk until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  12. Slice the turkey breast and serve immediately with the homemade gravy. This recipe supports simple meal planning for busy cooks.

Notes

  • If you prefer a crispier skin, you can quickly place the turkey breast under your oven’s broiler for 3-5 minutes after resting. Watch it closely to prevent burning.
  • For extra flavor, you can substitute the chicken broth with white wine or turkey stock.
  • This method works well for bone-in or boneless turkey breasts, but adjust the cooking time slightly for boneless cuts.

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