Ingredients
2 kg (4 lb) turkey breast, skin on, bone-in or boneless (thawed if previously frozen)
1 head of garlic, halved horizontally
1 onion (brown, yellow, or white), unpeeled, halved
5 sprigs of thyme or 2 tsp dried thyme leaves
1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 1/2 tsp onion powder
1 tsp paprika
2 tsp salt
5 grinds black pepper
1 1/2 to 2 tbsp olive oil
Chicken stock or broth (or water) to top up liquid to 2 cups (about 475 ml)
4 tbsp (50 g) butter
1/4 cup (35 g) flour
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1-Getting started with this slow cooker turkey breast: Begin by mixing the rub ingredients into a wet paste for even flavor distribution.
2-Coat the turkey: Pat the turkey breast dry and coat it thoroughly on all sides for maximum taste.
3-Prepare the slow cooker: Place the garlic, onion, and thyme at the bottom of the slow cooker to lift the turkey and promote even cooking.
4-Cook the turkey: Set the turkey on top and cook on low for about 5-6 hours, checking the internal temperature at 5 hours to reach 165°F (75°C).
5-Rest and broil: Once done, remove the turkey and let it rest for 20 minutes before broiling the skin for 3-5 minutes to get it crispy.
6-Prepare the gravy: Strain the juices from the slow cooker and add stock if needed to reach 2 cups. Melt the butter in a pan, stir in the flour to make a paste, and slowly whisk in the liquid until it thickens. Season to taste and serve alongside sliced turkey.
Last Step:
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🍽️ Both bone-in and boneless can be used; skin-on helps retain moisture.
🌡️ Use a meat thermometer to ensure the turkey reaches safe 165°F (75°C) internal temperature.
🧅 Elevate turkey on garlic and onion halves for even cooking and to prevent stewing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5-6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking and Broiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Standard
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 163 g including gravy
- Calories: 323
- Sodium: 521 mg
- Fat: 13.8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.6 g
- Carbohydrates: 2.6 g
- Protein: 44.7 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg