Description
A delicious and easy recipe for a butter-basted slow cooker turkey breast that results in juicy and flavorful meat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (4-6 lb) turkey breast
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Prepare the slow cooker by greasing it lightly.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the butter mixture all over the turkey breast.
- Place the turkey breast in the slow cooker and pour chicken broth around it.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Once cooked, let the turkey rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add fresh herbs.
- Make sure to check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg