Slow Cooker Turkey & Gravy
Slow Cooker Turkey & Gravy is the epitome of comfort food, delivering succulent turkey breast simmered in a savory gravy. This effortless recipe transforms weeknight dinners into a cozy feast that feels like a holiday celebration. Perfectly paired with mashed potatoes or crusty bread, it’s a dish your family will crave again and again. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, you’ll be savoring every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3–4 lb boneless turkey breast
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour (for gravy)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for gravy)
Instructions
- Season the turkey breast generously with salt and pepper. Place it in the slow cooker.
- Pour chicken broth over the turkey and sprinkle with chopped onion and garlic powder.
- Add dried thyme on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until the turkey reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F.
- Remove the turkey and let it rest. In a saucepan, melt butter, whisk in flour until smooth, then gradually add cooking liquid to achieve desired gravy consistency.
- Slice turkey and serve it drizzled with gravy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, sear the turkey breast before placing it in the slow cooker. - Feel free to swap turkey for chicken or beef and experiment with herbs like rosemary or sage.