Description
A tender and juicy turkey breast cooked slowly in a crockpot, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 boneless turkey breast, 3 to 4 lbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups turkey or chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: vegetables like carrots and potatoes for added flavor
- Optional: fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Start by preparing your turkey breast. Pat it dry with paper towels and rub it with olive oil.
- Season the turkey breast liberally with salt, pepper, and dried herbs.
- Layer the chopped onion and minced garlic at the bottom of the crockpot.
- Add diced carrots and potatoes around the turkey breast if using.
- Pour the broth carefully into the crockpot, immersing the turkey halfway.
- Cover the crockpot and set to low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 4 to 5 hours.
- When done, the turkey should be fork-tender; let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve garnished with fresh herbs and a drizzle of cooking juices.
Notes
For healthier alternatives, consider using skinless turkey breast or low-sodium broth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 80g
- Cholesterol: 150mg