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Juicy Slow Cooker Turkey Breast with Gravy

Sliced juicy slow cooker turkey breast served with herb gravy on a ceramic plate with a side of fresh thyme.
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This juicy slow cooker turkey breast with gravy is the perfect hands-off holiday or weeknight meal. Tender, flavorful, and easy to make, it pairs beautifully with classic sides and provides rich leftovers.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lb bone-in, skin-on split turkey breast
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 1 cup turkey stock or chicken stock
  • 4 tbsp softened butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp dried sage
  • 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
  • 4 tbsp butter (for gravy)
  • 1/4 cup flour (or cassava flour for gluten-free)

Instructions

  1. Grease your slow cooker with oil for easy cleanup.
  2. Add diced onion, carrot, and celery to the crockpot along with 1 cup of stock. Stir gently.
  3. In a bowl, mix softened butter with garlic, salt, pepper, thyme, sage, and rosemary.
  4. Rub the mixture all over the turkey breast, including under the skin.
  5. Place turkey breast in the slow cooker. Cook on high for 1 hour, then reduce to low for 4 hours (or cook on high 2.5–3 hours).
  6. Check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F using a meat thermometer.
  7. Transfer cooked turkey to a baking sheet and broil for 2–3 minutes to crisp the skin.
  8. Strain the crockpot juices and discard vegetables. Reserve about 2 cups of drippings.
  9. In a pan, melt 4 tbsp butter, stir in flour, then gradually whisk in strained juices to create a gravy. Simmer for 2 minutes and season as needed.
  10. Slice turkey off the bone and serve with warm gravy.

Notes

  • Always use a meat thermometer to ensure the turkey reaches 165°F.
  • Turkey must be fully thawed before slow cooking for food safety.
  • Dry brining overnight helps enhance juiciness and flavor.
  • Store turkey and gravy separately in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Use leftover turkey in sandwiches, soups, or casseroles.

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