Description
This Crockpot Turkey Breast recipe delivers juicy, tender turkey every time with minimal effort. Slow-cooked with a seasoned butter mixture and aromatic vegetables, the turkey breast remains flavorful and moist. A quick broil at the end gives the skin a beautiful golden crispness, making it perfect for an easy, no-fuss meal.
Ingredients
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Turkey & Seasoning
- 4 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 boneless turkey breast with skin (about 2 to 2 ½ pounds)
Vegetables & Broth
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 3 stalks celery, halved
- 3 carrots, quartered
- 1 large yellow onion, sliced into ½” wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the seasoning butter: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter with kosher salt, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and paprika. Mix thoroughly until evenly blended.
- Season the turkey breast: Spread the seasoned butter mixture evenly all over the turkey breast to ensure full flavor penetration.
- Add broth and vegetables to slow cooker: Pour the chicken broth into the bottom of the slow cooker. Arrange the celery stalks, carrots, and sliced onion over the broth to create a flavorful bed for the turkey.
- Place turkey in slow cooker: Position the turkey breast skin side up on top of the vegetables to allow the skin to crisp later and retain juices.
- Slow cook the turkey: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low for 5-6 hours, or until the turkey reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, ensuring it is fully cooked and juicy.
- Optional broil for crispy skin: For a browned, crispy skin, transfer the cooked turkey breast onto a foil-lined baking sheet and broil for 3-5 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Rest before serving: Let the turkey breast sit for about 10 minutes after cooking to allow juices to redistribute before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Say goodbye to dry turkey and hello to this juicy Crockpot Turkey Breast recipe! It turns out perfect every single time.
- The slow cooking method keeps the turkey moist and infuses flavor from the veggies and seasoned butter.
- Broiling at the end is optional but recommended for a crisp, golden skin.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the turkey reaches the safe internal temperature of 165°F.
- Leftover turkey is excellent for sandwiches, salads, or soups.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of turkey breast with vegetables
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
