Instant Pot Duck

Short on time? Try Duck in the Instant Pot! In less an hour you can create a juicy and tender whole duck with delicious sides. We recommend serving with sweet potatoes, parsnips, brussels sprouts, carrots, pearl onions or scallions. Take this dish to the next level with a side of gravy!

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp. Salt
  • 1 tsp. Black Pepper
  • 1 Tbsp. Smoked Paprika
  • 4 Sprigs Thyme, Leaves stripped
  • 2 Tbsp. Garlic, Minced
  • 2 Sweet Potatoes, Chopped
  • 8 oz. Brussel sprouts, Halved
  • 1/2 Cup Pearl Onions

Direction

  • Remove giblets and pat duck dry. Mix salt, pepper, paprika, thyme leaves, and garlic then rub inside and outside of duck with the mixture.
  • Place rubbed duck, breast side up, into vessel on a grate and add a 1/2 cup water. Close lid and press poultry button and set timer for 35 minutes.
  • After 35 minutes are up, add sweet potatoes, brussels, pearl onions or any other veggies you'd like on top and cook under pressure for 3 more minutes. Remove vegetables from pot, cover and set aside.
  • Remove duck carefully, place under broiler for 5-10 minutes or until skin darkens and crispy.
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