Description
This Slow Cooker Turkey Breast with Gravy recipe is a convenient and delicious way to enjoy a tender, flavorful turkey dinner. The turkey breast is seasoned with a blend of herbs and spices, slow-cooked to perfection, and served with a rich homemade gravy. It’s a stress-free option for a holiday meal or a comforting family dinner.
Ingredients
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Turkey Breast:
- 1 (5–6 lb) bone-in or boneless turkey breast (skin on)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 cup onion (chopped)
- 1/2 cup celery (chopped)
- 1/2 cup carrots (chopped)
- 1 cup chicken or turkey broth
For the gravy:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups cooking liquid from the slow cooker (add broth if needed)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Turkey Breast: Pat the turkey breast dry and season with a mixture of olive oil or butter, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, paprika, and rosemary.
- Cook in the Slow Cooker: Place chopped vegetables in the slow cooker, add broth, and place the seasoned turkey breast on top. Cook on low for 5–6 hours.
- Rest and Slice: Once cooked, let the turkey rest before slicing.
- Make the Gravy: Strain the cooking liquid, make a roux with butter and flour, then add the liquid and season to make a rich gravy.
- Serve: Slice the turkey breast and serve with warm gravy.
Notes
- For crispy skin, broil the turkey breast for 3–5 minutes after slow cooking.
- Leftover turkey is great for sandwiches or pot pie.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
