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- My Instant Pot Turkey Breast Makes The Juiciest Holiday Meal Without The Fuss
- Ingredients & Substitutions
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- Instant Pot Turkey Time Chart
- My Recipe Tips
- Instant Pot Turkey Breast Recipe card
- Serving Ideas
- More Easy Turkey Breast Recipes
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My Instant Pot Turkey Breast Makes The Juiciest Holiday Meal Without The Fuss
This Instant Pot turkey breast was an experiment I did one year when I hosted a smaller gathering. I didn’t want to tie up the oven with a roasted turkey breast or make a whole Thanksgiving turkey , but what started as an alternative turned into a dish my family absolutely loved in its own right. I’ve since tested it so many times to get the time chart I built below. Here’s why it was more than worth it:
- Super tender, flavorful, and juicy turkey breast – Pressure cooking infuses the meat with moisture and herbs from the inside out. The ultra tender texture is a big win for this method! It’s a lot like cooking turkey breast in a Crock Pot , but much faster.
- Saves time (and oven space!) – Cooking turkey breast in the Instant Pot is almost entirely hands-off, with no basting or babysitting. It’s perfect for Thanksgiving when your oven is full, but I also love it on weeknights because it takes under an hour.
- Crispy, golden skin – After pressure cooking, I have a quick step to get that gorgeous roasted skin. I think it’s the best of both worlds.
- Easy to make – Other than the turkey breast itself, this method uses common pantry staples, and the prep takes minutes.
Once you try it this way, you’ll see why I make this pressure cooker turkey breast even when it’s not the holidays. Make it with me!
“I was craving some turkey so I was searching for ideas and this was perfect. I made it and I really love the result. Savory, tender, and so juicy! Plus I really like the herby flavors too! I’ll definitely make this again.”
-Ana
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Ingredients & Substitutions
Here I explain the best ingredients for my Instant Pot turkey breast recipe, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card .
- Turkey Breast – I used a 4-pound bone-in turkey breast, but boneless works too, or even frozen turkey breast if you run out of time to thaw it. You can use any size that will fit in your Instant Pot.
- Unsalted Butter – Let it sit on the counter for about 30 minutes to soften.
- Fresh Herbs – I made a compound butter with a combination of fresh thyme leaves, fresh sage, and fresh rosemary. You can use other fresh or dried herbs, such as parsley, tarragon, oregano, my Italian seasoning recipe , or my poultry seasoning recipe . If using dried, use 1 teaspoon to replace each tablespoon of fresh.
- Garlic – Fresh has the best flavor, but I once substituted 1/2 tablespoon of jarred minced garlic and it worked fine.
- Chicken Broth – This is the liquid necessary for the bottom of the Instant Pot, to avoid the burn notice. I use the reduced sodium kind, but feel free to substitute with regular broth, homemade broth , bone broth , or even just water.
- Sea Salt & Black Pepper
How To Cook Turkey Breast In The Instant Pot
I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card .
- Prep the herb butter. In a small bowl, mash together butter, fresh herbs, garlic, sea salt and black pepper.
- Spread over the turkey. Dry the turkey breast with paper towels. Rub the butter mixture on the turkey breast, both under and over the skin. (Be careful not to tear it.)
- Pressure cook. Pour the chicken broth into the bottom of an Instant Pot , and add the trivet. Place the turkey breast in the Instant Pot on top of the trivet. Close the lid, turn the valve to the Sealing position, and cook. See my time chart below! Use the natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then move the knob to the quick release.
- Broil. Transfer the turkey breast to a baking dish or roasting pan. Place under the broiler in the oven, until the skin is browned and crispy. (Alternatively, you can empty the juices from the Instant Pot, add a little oil, and crisp the turkey skin on the Saute setting.)
- Rest. Remove the turkey breast from the oven, and tent the top with foil. Rest for a few minutes to let the juices settle before slicing.
Instant Pot Turkey Time Chart
Much like my Instant Pot chicken breast , the time to cook Instant Pot turkey breast depends on its weight, whether it’s fresh or frozen, and whether it’s bone-in or boneless. My rule of thumb is 6 minutes per pound for bone-in turkey breast, 5 minutes for boneless, 9 minutes for bone-in and frozen, and 8 minutes for boneless and frozen. This assumes broiling at the end, so add an extra 1 minute per pound if skipping that step.
Assuming a standard Instant Pot this size , which I used to test, here’s a handy time chart. I also included the number of servings you should set on the recipe card to scale the ingredient amounts perfectly.
- What these times mean: These are the times you enter on your Instant Pot, and do not include time it takes to build pressure.
- Important note on natural release: A 10-minute natural release is crucial for your turkey breast to cook through fully. If you do manual release immediately, it will be both dry and undercooked.
- Important note if you don’t plan to broil your turkey: Reminder, add an extra minute per pound if you skip the broiling step! For example, add 4 minutes to the cook time for a fresh bone-in turkey breast.
- How to scale the recipe: My chart above includes a column for “# Servings On Recipe Card” — this is what you’d set on the recipe card (at the bottom of this post) in the Servings section, to scale the ingredients to the amount of chicken you have. Some turkey weights result in some weird measurements, in these cases I would just round up.
- Don’t scale the amount of broth: You always need 1 cup of chicken broth for Instant Pot turkey breast.
My Recipe Tips
- Check the internal temp of the turkey breast with a meat thermometer after pressure cooking. I like this thermometer and it should reach 155 to 160 degrees F. Then, the Instant Pot turkey breast should reach 160 to 165 degrees F after broiling, and at least 165 degrees F after resting.
- What if the internal temperature is too low? You have a couple options. You can put the lid back on the Instant Pot and pressure cook for a few more minutes, then keep the timing the same for broiling. Another option is to go ahead and broil, then if the temp is less than 160 degrees F, reduce the oven to 350 degrees F and bake until it’s done.
- Can I cook frozen turkey breast in the Instant Pot? Yes! I included this as an option in my time chart above, for both bone-in and boneless turkey breast. The main difference is you won’t be able to put the butter under the turkey skin, only on top, so I find the meat is a little less flavorful, but it’s still good!
- My timing here is based on this 6-quart Instant Pot . A larger pressure cooker will probably take longer.
- I love this baking dish that holds my 4-pound Instant Pot turkey breast perfectly. Any dish that has high sides will work, though.
Ingredients
Tap underlined ingredients to see the ones I use.
- 4 lb Bone-in turkey breast (or any size that will fit in your Instant Pot, see instructions; skin on) ▢
- 1/4 cup Unsalted butter (softened) ▢
- 1 tbsp Fresh thyme ▢
- 1 tbsp Fresh sage (chopped) ▢
- 1 tbsp Fresh rosemary (chopped) ▢
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced) ▢
- 1/2 tbsp Sea salt ▢
- 1 tsp Black pepper ▢
- 1 cup Chicken broth, reduced sodium ▢
Instructions
Tap on the times in the instructions to start a kitchen timer.
- Pat the turkey breast dry with a paper towel.
- In a small bowl, mash together the butter, fresh herbs, garlic, sea salt and black pepper.
- Run your hands underneath the skin to separate it from the meat. Rub the butter mixture on the turkey breast, both under and over the skin.
- Add the chicken broth to the bottom of the Instant Pot , along with the trivet.
- Place the turkey on the trivet. Close the lid, turn the knob to Sealing, and cook on High pressure. Set the time to 6 minutes per pound (that was 24 minutes for my 4-pound turkey breast, but adjust based on the weight of yours).
- Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes . At the same time, preheat the oven to Broil on High. After 10 minutes, switch the knob to Venting to release any remaining pressure. The temperature of the turkey breast should be at least 155-160 degrees F (71 degrees C) at this point.
- Transfer the turkey breast to a baking dish . Broil in the oven for 5-6 minutes , until the skin is browned and crispy. If the internal temperature has not reached at least 160 degrees F (71 degrees C) by this point (it should), reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F (177 degrees F) and bake until it reaches that temperature.
- Remove the turkey breast from the oven, tent the top with foil, and rest for 10 minutes . As it rests, the temperature will increase about 5 degrees.
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Maya’s Recipe Notes
Serving size: ~6 oz cooked turkey breast, or 1/6 of the entire recipe
- Tips & timing: Check out my time chart and recipe tips above to help you make the juiciest Instant Pot chicken breast, without over- or under-cooking.
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days.
- Reheat: You can actually reheat turkey breast in the Instant Pot! Fill the bottom with a cup of chicken broth, place your desired amount of turkey onto the trivet, and pressure cook for 3-5 minutes depending on the amount you’re heating. You can also use the oven or microwave, though the microwave will dry it out more.
- Freeze: Once completely cooled, put the meat (you can keep the bone or cut it into pieces) in a zip lock bag, squeeze out extra air, and store it in the freezer for up to 3 months.
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Instant Pot Turkey Breast
Serving Ideas
I have a variety of Thanksgiving dishes you can serve with this Instant Pot turkey breast! I chose cauliflower mash and garlicky green beans above. Here are a few of my other favorites:
- Gravy – If you want to make gravy, you can use the turkey drippings from the bottom of the Instant Pot and cook it on the stovetop with a little cornstarch or a cornstarch substitute (I prefer arrowroot powder).
- Sides – Since Instant Pot turkey breast is an easier centerpiece and often for a smaller gathering, I like pairing it with simpler side dishes, like mashed sweet potatoes or Thanksgiving salad .
- Finishing Touches – Start your meal with a festive Thanksgiving charcuterie board and finish with some healthy pumpkin bars !
If you have leftovers, I like to toss them into turkey soup or turkey salad , or make a leftover turkey casserole .
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- The Basic Keto Meal Formula
- Understanding Macros
- Keto Food Swaps
- Keto Food List
- Electrolyte Basics
- Keto Diet Types
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- Recipe Reviews
Even though I have a great guide to starting a keto diet , people often ask me for a quick keto cheat sheet they can use. That’s why I created this simple keto diet cheat sheet , so that you can have all the info you need handy. We’ll cover the basic keto formula for building meals, foods to eat and to avoid, delicious keto swaps for high-carb foods, electrolyte basics, and 4 ways to follow the keto lifestyle.
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Eating keto doesn’t have to be complicated! While there are plenty of delicious easy keto recipes to choose from, you don’t even have to cook from a recipe to get started.
Simply follow the keto cheat sheet formula of protein + veggie + fat for your meals.
Be sure to choose a moderate amount of protein, only low carb vegetables (mostly ones that grow above ground), and generous fat to attain an optimal macro ratio. That’s approximately 60-75% of calories from fat, 20-25% protein, and 5-10% from carbohydrates. The table below will give you ideas for what to choose.
| Pick A Protein | Pick A Veggie | Add Fat |
|---|---|---|
| Beef Chicken Pork Eggs Lamb Turkey Fish Shellfish Protein powder Venison | Cauliflower Broccoli Zucchini Leafy Greens Cucumbers Brussels Sprouts Cabbage Asparagus Radishes Bell Peppers Jicama Celery | Butter Avocado Oil Cheese Bacon Avocado Lard Ghee Mayo Nuts MCT Oil |
Understanding Macros
Macros are macronutrients for short. They include fat, protein, and carbohydrates.
You can calculate your own macros using the macro calculator , but the macro keto cheat sheet below will explain how to look at macros when following a keto lifestyle.
Carbs Are A Limit.
Keeping carbs low is what gets you into ketosis and keeps you there. Ketosis means that you’re using fat as your primary energy source instead of sugar, and requires keeping carbs very low.
A good starting point is 20-25 grams net carbs per day, but you can experiment after a few weeks to see if your body stays in ketosis at higher levels. People who are very active may be able to do more and stay in ketosis, up to around 50 grams per day.
“Carbs are a limit” means that you set a limit for how many carbs to eat per day and don’t exceed it. You don’t have to hit that limit, so if you’re under that’s okay, just don’t go over. Ideally most of your carbs would come from low carb vegetables, and if you’re eating enough veggies, you’ll usually get close to the limit naturally.
A common misconception is that reaching ketosis requires a certain macro ratio, but it’s really only restricting your carb intake that gets you there [ * ]. In the absence of sufficient carbs to use as energy, the body will switch to using fat as fuel. This is called the metabolic state of ketosis.
Protein Is A Goal.
Protein is made up of amino acids, the building blocks of all our cells. It’s a crucial for keeping our muscles strong and for many cellular functions [ * ].
“Protein is a goal” means that you always want to eat enough protein to reach the goal each day, but not exceed it too much. You want enough for your needs, but excess protein can trigger gluconeogenesis, which is protein being converted to sugar [ * ] and can kick you out of ketosis.
Fat Is A Lever.
Fat is the primary macronutrient in a keto lifestyle, because being in ketosis means that fat is your primary fuel source. Fat as a fuel source will come from your food, and if you are losing weight, from your body.
A big advantage of a keto lifestyle is the high fat intake. It keeps you full and satisfied, making it easier to stick to, and using it as the primary fuel source makes it easier on your body to burn body fat, with a lower chance of breaking down your muscle (provided you get enough protein).
Aside from reaching your protein goal and limiting your carbs, the remainder of your calories on a keto diet comes from fat.
Don’t fear fat – it’s your main energy source on keto, and getting enough of it trains your body to use fat for fuel instead of sugar. That means that as long as you are not overdoing your overall calorie intake, you’ll efficiently burn your body fat for fuel as well.
“Fat is a lever” means that you can increase or decrease your fat intake depending on your goals and hunger levels. Increase it (along with exercise) to gain muscle, or decrease it to lose weight.
Keto Food Swaps
One of my favorite challenges is creating recipes, or just discovering, keto food swaps. These are delicious keto replacements for traditionally high-carb or high-sugar foods.
So, I created this keto diet cheat sheet with all the swaps in one place! I also have more keto food swaps in my Easy Keto Cookbook .
Keto Swaps For Breakfast
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Pancakes | Almond flour pancakes or coconut flour pancakes |
| Oatmeal | Keto oatmeal with hemp seeds |
| Cinnamon rolls | Fathead cinnamon rolls |
| Cereal | Keto nut granola |
| Muffins | Almond flour muffins or coconut flour muffins |
| Donuts | Almond flour donuts |
| Scones | Almond flour scones |
| High-sugar smoothies | Smoothie with berries or avocado |
| Hash browns | Cauliflower hash browns |
| Breakfast casserole | Breakfast casserole with no potatoes |
| Egg whites | Whole eggs |
| Turkey bacon | Bacon |
| Waffles | Chaffles |
Keto Swaps For Bread
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Bagels | Fathead bagels |
| English muffin | Almond flour English muffin |
| White bread | Keto white bread |
| Multigrain bread | Coconut flour bread with seeds |
| Tortillas for wraps | Coconut flour tortillas |
| Corn taco shells | Cheddar cheese taco shells |
| Burger buns | Oopsie rolls , portobello mushroom caps |
| Breadsticks | Cauliflower breadsticks |
| Biscuits | Almond flour biscuits |
| Cornbread | Almond flour cornbread |
| Croutons | Parmesan crisps |
| Rice | Cauliflower rice , konjac rice |
Keto Swaps For Meals & Side Dishes
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Breaded wings | Crispy air fryer wings (unbreaded) |
| Low-fat meat & poultry | High-fat cuts, or cook low-fat cuts with fat |
| Mashed potatoes | Mashed cauliflower |
| Roasted potatoes | Roasted or fried radishes |
| Tacos | Taco salad |
| Pizza | Fathead crust , chicken crust , or cauliflower crust pizza |
| Lasagna | Eggplant lasagna |
| Potato salad | Cauliflower “potato” salad |
| French fries | Jicama , rutabaga , or zucchini fries |
| Tater tots | Cauliflower tots |
| Wraps | Lettuce wraps , almond flour tortillas |
| Sushi | Naruto-style or homemade rice-free sushi |
| Breaded chicken or fish | Breaded cuts with almond flour or pork rinds |
| Spaghetti | Zoodles , spaghetti squash , shirataki noodles, kelp noodles |
Keto Swaps For Snacks & Sauces
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Nachos | Cheese crisps |
| High-sugar fruit | Berries & other keto fruits |
| Crackers | Almond flour crackers |
| Hummus | Cauliflower hummus |
| Soft pretzels | Fathead pretzels |
| Popcorn | Puffed cheese |
| Granola bars | Grain-free granola bars |
| Jam | Sugar-free berry chia jam |
| Sweet fruity yogurt | Full-fat plain Greek yogurt with berries |
| Sweet salad dressing | Ranch , blue cheese , or plain vinaigrette |
| Ketchup | Mustard and/or sugar-free ketchup |
| BBQ sauce | Sugar-free BBQ sauce |
| Sweetened peanut butter | Natural, sugar-free nut butters |
| Light mayo | Avocado oil mayo |
| Maple syrup | Sugar-free, maple flavored syrup |
| Potato chips | Zucchini chips , pepperoni chips , pork rinds |
Keto Swaps For Cooking & Baking
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Sugar | Monk fruit or allulose |
| Powdered sugar | Powdered monk fruit or allulose |
| White flour | Almond or Coconut flour (use in tested recipes) |
| Making baked goods soft/chewy | Xanthan gum, flax seed meal, psyllium husk powder |
| Breadcrumbs | Pork rinds or almond flour |
| Margarine | Butter, coconut oil, or ghee |
| Vegetable oil | Olive or avocado oil |
| Bananas | Banana extract |
| Chocolate chips | Sugar-free chocolate chips |
| Cornstarch or flour roux | Xanthan gum or gelatin powder (used at the end) |
| Simple syrup | Dissolve monk fruit allulose blend in water over heat |
Keto Swaps For Drinks
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Lemonade | Water with lemon |
| Soda | Flavored sparkling water |
| Milk | Almond milk, coconut milk, heavy cream |
| Latte | Butter coffee |
| Coffee creamer | Heavy cream |
| Sweet wine | Dry wine |
| Beer | Ultra light beer |
| Mixed drinks | Hard liquor with soda + lemon |
If you’re looking specifically for keto alcohol options, browse the full keto alcohol guide .
Keto Food List
When looking for a keto cheat sheet printable, the most-requested information is a keto food list.
The great thing is that keto doesn’t have to feel restrictive. It’s incredibly satisfying and there’s such a wide variety of foods you can eat!
Foods To Eat On Keto
- Leafy greens – Such as spinach, chard, and lettuce.
- Above-ground veggies – Such as peppers, zucchini, and cauliflower.
- Full-fat cream & cheese – Such as heavy cream, sour cream, and full-fat hard cheeses.
- Natural meats – Such as beef, lamb, and pork.
- Berries – Such as raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries.
- Avocados
- Unsweetened nut milks – Such as almond milk and coconut milk.
- Almond flour and coconut flour
- Eggs
- Healthy fats – Such as coconut oil, avocado oil, olive oil and butter.
Foods To Avoid On Keto
- White flour & sugar
- Rice & grains – Such as barley, wheat, and corn.
- Milk & yogurt – Such as fruit on the bottom yogurt, sweetened Greek yogurt, and all milk.
- Cereal
- Processed food – Such as granola bars, candy
- Most fruit – Such as apples, bananas, and grapes
- Hydrogenated fats – Such as vegetable oil, soybean oil, and margarine
- Sweetened beverages & condiments – Such as soda, ketchup, and sweet dressings
- Starchy veggies – Such as peas, carrots, and beets.
- Potatoes – Such as sweet potatoes and white potatoes.
That’s the short keto diet cheat sheet version of all the keto food categories, but I recommend downloading the full Keto Cheat Sheet System. It includes a super detailed printable keto food list with over 100 items, including 2 color-coded pages with net carb counts, along with 6 more pages of keto cheat sheets:
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Electrolyte Basics
Getting enough electrolytes is crucial for anyone, but especially so on a keto diet. The reason is that ketosis has a diuretic effect, which increases excretion of water and electrolytes, especially sodium [ * ]. This is often the cause of the keto flu.
For more details on electrolytes and avoiding keto flu, check out the full keto flu guide here .
The important thing to know about electrolytes is that replenishing them will keep keto flu away and keep your body functioning well. I always recommend an electrolyte drink and whole food sources of anything your body needs before resorting to supplements, so I made a list of what to eat to get each of the 3 major electrolytes – sodium, magnesium and potassium.
Here’s your keto diet cheat sheet for getting electrolytes from food:
| Sodium | Magnesium | Potassium |
|---|---|---|
| Bone broth Boullion cubes Bacon Salted nuts Pickles | Seaweed Seeds Nuts Avocado Leafy greens | Potassium chloride Avocado Bone broth Spinach Broccoli Mushrooms Beef Pork |
Keto Diet Types
People follow a keto lifestyle for different reasons. Some do it just to lose weight, others are after better overall health, increased energy, and reduced inflammation.
Strictly speaking, the defining factor of a keto diet is the metabolic state of ketosis, which is achieved by restricting carbs. However, many people (myself included) also reduce or eliminate processed, inflammatory, or low-nutrient foods.
Below is your keto cheat sheet summary of the different ways that people follow keto. You choose what works best for your goals and lifestyle!
- Strict Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, count all calories and macros, and eat clean, unprocessed foods.
- Lazy Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, and track only net carbs OR eat keto foods without tracking.
- Dirty Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, with “if it fits your macros” approach including processed foods.
- Low Carb – Up to 50-100g net carbs daily, less strict.
For a more detailed listing of these different types of keto with pros and cons, grab the Easy Keto Cheat Sheet Printable PDF below!
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Get all this information and MORE in convenient printer-friendly format – 13 cheat sheet pages you can take with you anywhere or keep in your kitchen, plus 4 recipe cookbooks! Includes:
- Keto food list (230+ foods) – Super detailed & color-coded, with net carb counts, so you’ll know exactly what to eat.
- Foods to avoid on keto – Detailed and specific list so that you know exactly what to watch out for.
- Macros cheat sheet – Explains everything you need to know about macros to succeed on keto.
- Keto food swaps (60+ swaps) – Covers virtually every food you love, so you don’t have to miss out!
- Keto meal formula – With specific food ideas, so it’s easy to mix-and-match.
- Keto flu guide – Understand what it is and exactly how to avoid it.
- Electrolyte cheat sheet – With whole food ideas + bonus keto tips.
- Keto Diet Types – Summary of 4 ways to do keto, so you can choose what fits you best.
- FOUR (4!) Keto Swaps Recipe EBooks – Dozens of recipes to replace bread, rice, potatoes, pasta, desserts, and other carbs you’d otherwise miss.
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Instant Pot Turkey Breast
My Instant Pot turkey breast recipe is super juicy and flavorful, with fresh herbs and garlic. The perfect easy, hands-off holiday meal!
Scan this QR code with your phone’s camera for the full recipe, including tips, step-by-step photos, and storage, or to save it to your account. You can also find it at: https://www.wholesomeyum.com/instant-pot-turkey-breast/
Ingredients
- 4 lb Bone-in turkey breast (or any size that will fit in your Instant Pot, see instructions; skin on)
- 1/4 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 tbsp Fresh thyme
- 1 tbsp Fresh sage (chopped)
- 1 tbsp Fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1/2 tbsp Sea salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 1 cup Chicken broth, reduced sodium
Instructions
- Pat the turkey breast dry with a paper towel.
- In a small bowl, mash together the butter, fresh herbs, garlic, sea salt and black pepper.
- Run your hands underneath the skin to separate it from the meat. Rub the butter mixture on the turkey breast, both under and over the skin.
- Add the chicken broth to the bottom of the Instant Pot , along with the trivet.
- Place the turkey on the trivet. Close the lid, turn the knob to Sealing, and cook on High pressure. Set the time to 6 minutes per pound (that was 24 minutes for my 4-pound turkey breast, but adjust based on the weight of yours).
- Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes . At the same time, preheat the oven to Broil on High. After 10 minutes, switch the knob to Venting to release any remaining pressure. The temperature of the turkey breast should be at least 155-160 degrees F (71 degrees C) at this point.
- Transfer the turkey breast to a baking dish . Broil in the oven for 5-6 minutes , until the skin is browned and crispy. If the internal temperature has not reached at least 160 degrees F (71 degrees C) by this point (it should), reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F (177 degrees F) and bake until it reaches that temperature.
- Remove the turkey breast from the oven, tent the top with foil, and rest for 10 minutes . As it rests, the temperature will increase about 5 degrees.
Maya’s Recipe Notes
Serving size: ~6 oz cooked turkey breast, or 1/6 of the entire recipe
- Tips & timing: Check out my time chart and recipe tips above to help you make the juiciest Instant Pot chicken breast, without over- or under-cooking.
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days.
- Reheat: You can actually reheat turkey breast in the Instant Pot! Fill the bottom with a cup of chicken broth, place your desired amount of turkey onto the trivet, and pressure cook for 3-5 minutes depending on the amount you’re heating. You can also use the oven or microwave, though the microwave will dry it out more.
- Freeze: Once completely cooled, put the meat (you can keep the bone or cut it into pieces) in a zip lock bag, squeeze out extra air, and store it in the freezer for up to 3 months.
I provide nutrition facts as a courtesy. Have questions about calculations or why you got a different result? Please see my nutrition policy .
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