Instant Pot Maple Brown Sugar Pulled Turkey
Instant Pot Maple Brown Sugar Pulled Turkey is a delightful dish that combines tender, shredded turkey with a sweet and savory glaze made from pure maple syrup and brown sugar. This recipe is perfect for holiday gatherings or casual weeknight dinners, creating memorable moments at your table. With minimal prep time and an explosion of flavor in every bite, it’s no wonder your family will be asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 pounds boneless, skinless turkey breast
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the turkey breast and rinse it under cold water; pat dry.
- In a bowl, mix together maple syrup, brown sugar, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Set the Instant Pot to 'Sauté' mode, heat oil, and sear the turkey breast for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Pour the maple mixture over the turkey and add chicken broth.
- Seal the lid, set to 'Manual' or 'Pressure Cook' for 50 minutes.
- After cooking, allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes before quick releasing any remaining pressure.
- Remove the turkey and shred it using forks; drizzle with additional sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 5 oz (140g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - Substitute maple syrup with honey for a different flavor profile. - Add chopped apples or cranberries during cooking for extra sweetness.