Slow Cooker Turkey Breast
This slow cooker turkey breast is perfectly seasoned and slow-cooked to tender, juicy perfection. A hassle-free main dish that's ideal for holidays or family dinners.
Ingredients
- 4-5 lb bone-in, skin-on turkey breast
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 large onion, sliced thickly
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (for gravy)
- 4 tbsp all-purpose flour (for gravy)
- 1 cup chicken broth (plus drippings)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine softened butter, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to form a herb butter paste.
- Pat the turkey breast dry. Carefully loosen the skin and spread half the butter mixture under the skin, and the rest over the top.
- Place the onion slices at the bottom of the slow cooker, then place the seasoned turkey breast on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Check temperature around 5 hours to avoid overcooking.
- Optional: Preheat the broiler. Transfer the turkey to a baking sheet and broil for 3-5 minutes until skin is crispy and golden.
- Remove turkey and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- To make gravy: strain cooking juices into a bowl, discard solids. Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour, cook 1 minute. Gradually whisk in drippings and chicken broth, cook until thickened (3-5 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- Slice turkey and serve with homemade gravy.
Nutrition
Serving: 1peopleCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 40gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g
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