Description
Achieve restaurant-quality results with this tender, succulent turkey breast prepared in the slow cooker. By using a low-and-slow approach with a aromatic bed of onions and garlic, this recipe ensures perfectly moist meat every time. It is an ideal, stress-free solution for busy weeknights or holidays when you need to save oven space, delivering deep savory flavors without the risk of drying out your centerpiece bird.
Ingredients
3–4 lbs bone-in turkey breast
2 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium onion, roughly chopped
1 tsp dried thyme
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp cold water
Instructions
Rub the turkey breast thoroughly with olive oil, salt, pepper, and dried thyme.
Place the chopped onions and half of the minced garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker.
Place the seasoned turkey breast on top of the aromatic bed.
Pour the chicken broth around the sides of the turkey to avoid washing off the seasoning.
Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours or on high for 2.5 to 3 hours, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Remove turkey and let rest for 15 minutes before carving.
Whisk cornstarch with cold water to create a slurry and stir into the remaining liquid in the slow cooker.
Turn slow cooker to high and simmer for 10 minutes until the gravy thickens.
Notes
Ensure the internal temperature of the turkey reaches 165°F for safety. Fresh rosemary or sage can be substituted for the dried thyme. Store leftover turkey in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 240
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 125mg