Crockpot Turkey Breast
A delightful and healthy turkey dish cooked to perfection in a slow cooker, infused with herbs and citrus zest.
Ingredients
Turkey and Seasoning
- 4 lb bone-in turkey breast Boneless will work but cooks more quickly.
- 1 large onion (sliced thick) Provides a flavorful base.
- 4 T unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 zest orange
- ½ T fresh sage (chopped)
- ½ T fresh thyme (chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (freshly minced)
- ½ tsp pepper
- ½ T fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 1 tsp dried oregano Fresh can be used but harder to find.
- 2-3 tsp salt Adjust as desired.
Gravy Ingredients
- 2 c drippings from slow cooker Add broth if needed.
- ¼ c butter
- ¼ c flour
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the turkey breast, ensuring it is thawed if previously frozen.
- Mix melted butter, orange zest, sage, thyme, garlic, pepper, rosemary, oregano, and salt in a bowl to create a rub.
- Slice the onion into thick pieces and layer them at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Rub the mixture generously over the turkey breast, covering all surfaces.
- Place the turkey breast on top of the onion in the slow cooker.
Cooking
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Check for doneness by ensuring the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Final Touches
- If desired, transfer the turkey to a baking sheet and broil in a preheated oven for 5-10 minutes for crispy skin.
- Transfer drippings from the slow cooker to a saucepan, adding broth to reach about 2 cups if needed.
- Whisk in flour and butter until thickened, then season the gravy with salt and pepper to taste.
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Notes
Allow the turkey to rest for 15-20 minutes after cooking for the juices to redistribute. Use a meat thermometer for perfect cooking.