Description
A moist and juicy slow cooker turkey breast recipe that is simple to prepare with minimal ingredients. Perfect for a stress-free, flavorful holiday meal with tender turkey infused with aromatic vegetables and spices.
Ingredients
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Turkey and Vegetables
- 1 (4-pound) boneless turkey breast, skin-on
- 1 medium yellow onion, quartered
- 2 medium carrots, cut into chunks
Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 teaspoons granulated garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
Instructions
- Prepare the turkey breast: Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, ensuring better browning and flavor absorption.
- Mix seasonings: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, granulated garlic powder, poultry seasoning, paprika, and kosher salt. Mix thoroughly to create a flavorful rub.
- Apply seasoning: Rub the seasoning mixture all over the turkey breast, making sure to cover all sides, including under the skin if possible for extra flavor penetration.
- Arrange vegetables: Place the quartered onion and carrot chunks evenly at the bottom of the slow cooker to create a flavorful bed for the turkey.
- Place turkey in slow cooker: Lay the seasoned turkey breast skin-side up on top of the vegetables in the slow cooker.
- Cook turkey: Cover and cook on low heat for about 5 hours (approximately 300 minutes), or until the turkey reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and is tender and juicy.
- Rest and serve: Once cooked, remove the turkey breast and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a moist and flavorful serving.
Notes
- This recipe is ideal for a set-it-and-forget-it approach, requiring little attention during cooking.
- For best results, use a meat thermometer to ensure the turkey is fully cooked but not overdone.
- You can customize the vegetables by adding celery or garlic cloves for extra aroma.
- Leftover turkey can be used in sandwiches, salads, or soups.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 1/8 of turkey breast)
- Calories: 269 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 683 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 49 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg
