Description
This Crockpot Turkey Breast Recipe delivers tender, juicy turkey with minimal effort. Seasoned with garlic, herbs, and spices, then slow-cooked to perfection, it’s an ideal main course for a comforting family dinner or holiday feast. The slow cooker does all the work, and for a crispy skin finish, a quick broil in the oven seals in flavor and texture.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 (4 to 6-pound) bone-in or boneless turkey breast (with skin)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 onion, quartered
- 4 garlic cloves, smashed
Instructions
- Prepare the Turkey: Pat the turkey breast dry thoroughly with paper towels to ensure the seasoning sticks properly and the skin crisps well later.
- Mix Seasoning: In a small bowl, combine olive oil or melted butter with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful paste.
- Season the Turkey: Rub the seasoning paste all over the turkey breast, making sure to get some under the skin for maximum flavor infusion.
- Set Up Crockpot: Place the quartered onion and smashed garlic cloves in the bottom of the slow cooker, then pour the chicken broth over the vegetables to add moisture and aroma.
- Cook the Turkey: Position the turkey breast on top of the vegetables skin side up. Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or on high for 2.5 to 3.5 hours until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Optional Crispy Skin: For a crispy skin, transfer the cooked turkey breast to a baking sheet and broil in the oven for 4 to 6 minutes until the skin is golden and crisp.
- Rest and Serve: Let the turkey rest for 10 minutes before slicing to allow the juices to redistribute, ensuring moist and tender slices.
Notes
- Use the drippings from the crockpot to make a delicious quick gravy for serving.
- This recipe works equally well with boneless or bone-in turkey breast.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months for future meals.
- Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
