Instant Pot Turkey with Mushrooms, Creamy Brown Rice and Lemon Sage

Name: Instant Pot Turkey with Mushrooms, Creamy Brown Rice and Lemon Sage
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Fusión contemporánea
Ingredients: 1.1 lb turkey breast, diced; 1 cup short-grain brown rice; 9 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced; 1 cup yellow onion, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 3.5 oz carrot, small diced; 1/3 cup dry white wine; 3 cups low-sodium chicken or turkey broth; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp butter; 1 tbsp fresh sage, chopped; 1 lemon lemon zest; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/2 tsp sweet paprika

An original Instant Pot recipe featuring turkey cubes, sautéed mushrooms, pressure-cooked brown rice, and a fresh touch of lemon and sage. The result is creamy, comforting, and practical for a complete one-pot meal.

20 minPrep

30 minCook

50 minTotal

4Servings

High Protein

Ingredients

Adjust servings

500 g turkey breast, diced (cut into 1-inch cubes)
220 g short-grain brown rice (rinsed)
250 g cremini mushrooms, sliced (fresh)
140 g yellow onion, chopped (finely chopped)
12 g garlic, minced (fresh)
100 g carrot, small diced (small dice)
80 ml dry white wine (for deglazing)
720 ml low-sodium chicken or turkey broth (warm)
120 ml heavy cream (added at the end)
40 g grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
15 ml olive oil (for sautéing)
15 g butter (unsalted)
4 g fresh sage, chopped (plus extra for serving)
1 unit lemon zest (yellow part only)
15 ml lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
6 g salt (or to taste)
2 g black pepper (freshly ground)
2 g sweet paprika (optional but recommended)

Nutrition facts

per serving

505 kcal

Calories

35 g

Protein

34 g

Carbs

24 g

Fat

3 g

Fiber

31 g

Net carbs

Approximate nutritional information. Estimated from the recipe’s ingredients and amounts, using standard reference nutrition values. It may vary with brands, sizes and cooking method. For guidance only; not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.

Allergens

DairySulfites

Instructions

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1. Turn the Instant Pot to Sauté mode. Once the insert is hot, add the olive oil and butter. Add the onion and carrot with a pinch of salt, and cook for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
2
2. Add the mushrooms and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they release their moisture and lightly brown. Add the minced garlic, chopped sage, black pepper, and sweet paprika, and cook 30 seconds more.
3
3. Add the diced turkey and cook for 2 minutes, just until the outside loses its raw color. It does not need to cook through at this stage.
4
4. Pour in the dry white wine and scrape the bottom of the pot well with a wooden spoon to release any browned bits. Cook for 1 minute so it reduces slightly.
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5. Add the rinsed brown rice and pour in the broth. Stir only once to distribute everything evenly. Cancel Sauté mode.
6
6. Lock the lid and cook on High Pressure for 22 minutes. Let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then carefully quick-release the remaining pressure.
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7. Open the lid and add the heavy cream, grated Parmesan, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Stir for 1-2 minutes until creamy. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
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8. Serve hot with a little extra fresh sage on top. If you want to hold it before serving, use Warm mode without exceeding an internal serving temperature of 165°F / 74°C.

Chef tips

For a creamier texture, let it rest for 3 minutes after stirring in the cream and Parmesan. If you prefer it looser, add 2-3 tablespoons of hot broth at the end.

Substitutions

You can substitute the turkey with diced chicken. Heavy cream can be replaced with evaporated cream, though the dish will be less rich. If you do not have cremini mushrooms, use white mushrooms. For a dairy-free version, omit the butter, cream, and Parmesan, and add 2 extra tablespoons of olive oil plus 3 tablespoons of nutritional yeast; in that case remove the dairy allergen and expect a less creamy result.

What I used to make it

Generic kitchen tools that work for this recipe. You don’t need to buy anything to make it.

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TempPro TP19H Digital Thermometer
Checking doneness of meat and chicken
- Checks doneness of meat and chicken
- Quick reading
- Clean the probe after each use
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T-fal Ultimate Hard Anodized 12" Non-Stick Pan
Eggs, omelets and stir-fries
- Eggs and omelets that don’t stick
- Comfortable, sturdy handle
- Use wooden or silicone utensils
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Victorinox Fibrox Pro 8" Chef’s Knife
Chopping, slicing and cutting strips
- The knife I use most when cooking
- Chops, slices and cuts into strips
- Keep it sharp and hand-dry it
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