Description
This Crockpot Turkey Breast recipe is a hassle-free way to cook a moist and flavorful turkey dish. With aromatic herbs and vegetables, the turkey turns out tender and juicy every time. Perfect for a holiday feast or a cozy family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Turkey Breast:
- 1 (4 to 6-pound) bone-in or boneless turkey breast (thawed)
Seasoning Mix:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
- 1 tablespoon garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (chopped) or 1 teaspoon dried
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (chopped) or 1 teaspoon dried
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Additional:
- 1 cup chicken or turkey broth
- 1 onion (quartered)
- 2 celery stalks (cut into chunks)
- 2 carrots (cut into chunks)
Instructions
- Prepare Turkey: Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels.
- Season Turkey: Mix olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Rub mixture over turkey.
- Assemble Crockpot: Place onion, celery, and carrots in the crockpot. Pour broth over vegetables. Add seasoned turkey on top.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Crisp Skin: For crispy skin, broil turkey for 4–5 minutes after cooking.
- Rest and Serve: Let the turkey rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Leftovers are versatile for sandwiches, salads, or soups.
- Enhance broth with a splash of white wine for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 ounces
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
