Description
A succulent and flavorful slow cooker turkey breast recipe that’s perfect for a hassle-free holiday meal or any time you crave tender turkey. Seasoned with aromatic herbs and spices, this dish is easy to prepare and yields juicy slices of turkey with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Turkey:
- 1 (4 to 6-pound) bone-in or boneless turkey breast, skin on
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Braising Liquid:
- 1 cup chicken broth
Aromatics:
- 1 onion, quartered
- 4 cloves garlic, smashed
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary (optional)
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Turkey: Pat the turkey breast dry and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, dried thyme, and dried rosemary.
- Sear the Turkey: Brown the turkey in olive oil on both sides until golden.
- Set Up Slow Cooker: Place onion, garlic, and herbs in the slow cooker. Pour in broth.
- Cook: Add the seared turkey on top of the vegetables. Cook on low for 6-7 hours until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Rest and Slice: Rest the turkey before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For crispier skin, broil the cooked turkey for a few minutes.
- Enhance flavors by adding carrots and celery to the slow cooker.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
