Description
This Crockpot Turkey Breast recipe delivers a tender, juicy boneless turkey breast roast cooked to perfection in a slow cooker. With simple ingredients and easy steps, it’s an ideal main dish for Thanksgiving or any cozy dinner, infused with buttery, savory flavors and a satisfying homemade gravy.
Ingredients
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Turkey and Seasoning
- 3 pound turkey breast roast
- 1 small onion, cut into large chunks
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp sweet paprika
- 1 tsp dried parsley flakes
Liquids and Gravy
- 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup turkey drippings
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- Water or extra chicken broth as needed
Instructions
- Prepare Turkey: Pat the turkey breast dry thoroughly using a paper towel to remove excess moisture, ensuring a better crust and flavor absorption.
- Arrange Onion and Turkey: Place the cut onion chunks at the bottom of the slow cooker to provide a flavorful base. Slather the turkey breast all over with 4 tablespoons of salted butter and position it on top of the onions inside the crockpot.
- Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour the 1 cup of low sodium chicken broth around the turkey (not over it), then evenly sprinkle the sea salt, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, sweet paprika, and dried parsley flakes on top of the turkey breast.
- Cook Turkey: Cover the slow cooker and cook the turkey on high for 2 to 3 hours or on low for 4 to 6 hours, checking for doneness by ensuring the internal temperature reaches 165℉ using an instant-read thermometer.
- Rest the Turkey: Remove the turkey from the crockpot and let it rest loosely covered for 5 to 10 minutes to allow juices to redistribute before slicing.
- Make Gravy (Optional): Use the turkey drippings along with 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of flour to make a roux in a stovetop pan. Add water or extra chicken broth as needed to achieve desired gravy consistency, whisking constantly until smooth and thickened.
Notes
- This simple slow cooker turkey breast recipe is foolproof and perfect for small Thanksgiving dinners or easy uncomplicated meals anytime.
- Using the turkey drippings to make gravy adds rich, natural flavor to your meal.
- Internal temperature is key for safety—confirm it reaches 165℉ before serving.
- If your slow cooker runs hot or cold, start checking the turkey temperature early to avoid over- or under-cooking.
- Resting the meat after cooking ensures maximum juiciness and ease of slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 363 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 679 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0.4 g
- Protein: 46 g
- Cholesterol: 142 mg
