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Juicy Crockpot Turkey Breast

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 bone-in turkey breast approx. 5-7 lbs
  • 4 tbsp softened butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh sage finely chopped
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 onion quartered
  • 2 stalks celery chopped into large chunks

Method
 

  1. Prep the Turkey: Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels.
  2. Build the Flavor Base: In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, sage, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until it forms a herb butter paste.
    placing seasoned turkey breast on sliced onions in crockpot
  3. Slow Cook the Turkey: Place the quartered onion and celery chunks at the bottom of the crockpot. Place the turkey breast on top. Rub the herb butter all over the turkey. Pour chicken broth around the sides.
  4. Let the Turkey Rest: Cook on low for 5-6 hours until internal temp hits 165F. Remove and let rest for 15-20 mins.
  5. Crisp the Skin (Optional): Place under broiler for 3-5 mins until golden brown and crispy.
    turkey breast with crispy golden skin after broiling in oven
  6. Make the Gravy: Strain the crockpot drippings and whisk with a cornstarch slurry over medium heat until thickened.
    homemade turkey gravy being poured over sliced turkey breast