Forget waiting for a holiday feast to enjoy the rich, decadent flavor of goose! This Instant Pot recipe transforms goose fillets into a melt-in-your-mouth delicacy in under an hour. We’re talking savory herbs, a luscious pan sauce, and perfectly tender meat that makes any weeknight feel like a special occasion. Get ready to impress with minimal effort!
Ingredients
• (Total Time: 40 MIN| Serves: 5)
• 2 lbs / 900g goose fillets, sliced into 1-inch / 2.5cm thick pieces
• 1 cup / 150g onions, finely chopped
• 4 tbsp / 57g butter
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 2 cups / 480ml chicken stock
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp sea salt
• ¼ tsp white pepper
Instructions
1. Directions
2. Season the Goose: Pat the goose fillets dry with a paper towel. Generously season all sides with the sea salt and white pepper.2. Sauté Aromatics: Set your Instant Pot to the ‘Sauté’ function. Add the butter and allow it to melt. Add the chopped onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the crushed garlic and cook for one more minute until fragrant.3. Brown the Meat: Add the seasoned goose fillets to the pot in a single layer, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Brown the fillets for 2-3 minutes per side until a golden crust forms. Remove the goose and set aside.4. Deglaze and Pressure Cook: Pour a splash of chicken stock into the hot pot and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any flavorful browned bits from the bottom. Turn off the ‘Sauté’ function. Return the goose fillets to the pot, then add the remaining chicken stock, bay leaves, and dried thyme.5. Cook and Release: Secure the lid and set the steam release handle to ‘Sealing’. Select the ‘Meat’ or ‘Pressure Cook’ setting and cook on high pressure for 15 minutes. When the timer ends, perform a quick release by carefully moving the handle to ‘Venting’.6. Serve: Once the float valve drops, carefully open the lid. Remove the goose fillets and serve immediately, spooning the savory cooking liquid from the pot over the top.
Nutritional Information
• Per Serving: Calories 441 | Total Fats 22.9g | Net Carbs: 2.4g | Protein 53.2g | Fiber: 0.5g
Pro Tips
• For a richer sear, ensure the goose fillets are patted completely dry before seasoning and placing them in the hot pot.
• To create a thicker gravy, remove the cooked goose and set the Instant Pot to ‘Sauté’. Whisk in a slurry of 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water and simmer until the liquid thickens.
• Let the cooked goose fillets rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring the meat is exceptionally tender and moist.
