Description
This Crockpot Turkey Breast recipe delivers a juicy, tender turkey breast cooked slowly with a flavorful herb butter rub and aromatic vegetables. It’s a foolproof, easy-to-make meal that guarantees moist turkey every time, perfect for a comforting family dinner or holiday feast.
Ingredients
Scale
Turkey and Butter Rub
- 4 tablespoons butter (softened)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
Vegetables and Broth
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 3 stalks celery (halved)
- 3 carrots (quartered)
- 1 large yellow onion (sliced into ½" wedges)
Main Ingredient
- 1 boneless turkey breast with skin (about 2 to 2 ½ pounds)
Instructions
- Prepare the butter rub: In a small bowl, combine softened butter with kosher salt, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and paprika. Mix thoroughly until well blended.
- Apply the butter mixture: Spread the seasoned butter mixture evenly over the entire surface of the turkey breast, ensuring complete coverage for maximum flavor penetration during cooking.
- Arrange vegetables and broth: Pour chicken broth into the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the halved celery stalks, quartered carrots, and sliced yellow onion evenly over the broth to create a flavorful base for the turkey.
- Place turkey in slow cooker: Set the turkey breast, skin side up, directly on top of the arranged vegetables in the slow cooker, ensuring it sits securely and will cook evenly.
- Slow cook the turkey: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low heat for 5 to 6 hours, or until the internal temperature of the turkey breast reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption and optimal juiciness.
- Optional broil for crispy skin: If you prefer a browned, crispy skin, transfer the turkey breast to a foil-lined baking sheet and place under the broiler for 3 to 5 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Rest before serving: Allow the turkey breast to rest and sit for about 10 minutes after cooking to let juices redistribute, ensuring moist and tender slices when carved.
Notes
- Say goodbye to dry turkey and hello to this juicy Crockpot Turkey Breast recipe! It turns out perfect every single time.
- For added flavor, you can add fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme to the butter mixture.
- Make sure to check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to avoid undercooking or overcooking.
- Leftover turkey can be used in sandwiches, salads, or soups.
- The broth and vegetables left in the slow cooker make a flavorful base for gravy or soup stock.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of turkey breast with vegetables
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
