Instant Pot Frozen Turkey Breast

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Streamline Thanksgiving with Instant Pot turkey: cook a frozen spice-rubbed turkey over a gravy of apples, onions, broth, and Wondra.

Submitted by Jill DeVol
Updated on November 29, 2023
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 10 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 35 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
1 turkey breast
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • 1 onion, quartered

  • 1 apple, cut into chunks

  • 3 stalks celery, chopped

  • 2 cups chicken broth

  • 1 (.87 ounce) package turkey gravy mix

Spice Rub:

  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt

  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme

  • 2 teaspoons dried rosemary

  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 1 teaspoon dried sage

  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 (3 pound) frozen boneless turkey breast (such as Butterball®)

  • 1 cup water

  • ½ cup quick-mixing flour (such as Wondra®)

Directions

  1. Turn on a multi-cooker (such as Instant Pot) and the select Saute function. Melt butter in the pot. Saute onion, apple, and celery until onion and celery are slightly translucent, about 5 minutes. Add broth; scrape off bits from the bottom of the pot. Add gravy mix; stir until dissolved.

  2. Combine kosher salt, thyme, rosemary, black pepper, sage, and garlic powder in a small bowl. Rub onto the turkey breast.

  3. Lower a trivet into the pot; place seasoned turkey on top. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 50 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

  4. Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes.

  5. Mix water and quick-mixing flour together slowly in a bowl until slurry is smooth.

  6. Unlock the lid and open the pot; transfer turkey to a plate. Strain the liquid from the pot; return it to the pot and select Saute function. Bring to a boil. Stir in the slurry slowly until gravy is thickened to your satisfaction. Slice turkey and serve with gravy.

    sliced turkey breast on cutting board
    kimbo

Recipe Tip

After the turkey is done cooking, you can set it under the broiler until the skin is crisped to your liking.

52 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

496 Calories
19g Fat
19g Carbs
59g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 496
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19g 25%
Saturated Fat 7g 34%
Cholesterol 159mg 53%
Sodium 1339mg 58%
Total Carbohydrate 19g 7%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 59g 119%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 86mg 7%
Iron 4mg 24%
Potassium 758mg 16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.