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Juicy Slow Cooker Turkey Breast Recipe (Easy Prep)

Herb-Garlic Slow Cooker Turkey Breast

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 6 lbs Bone-in turkey breast Thawed
  • 1 large Yellow onion Roughly chopped
  • 1 cup Chicken broth Low sodium recommended
  • 0.25 cup Unsalted butter Softened
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tbsp Fresh thyme Chopped
  • 1 tbsp Fresh rosemary Chopped
  • 1 tbsp Fresh sage Chopped
  • 2 tsp Kosher salt Divided
  • 1 tsp Black pepper Freshly cracked
  • 1 tsp Paprika Sweet or smoked

Instructions
 

  • Pat the turkey breast completely dry with paper towels to ensure the butter rub adheres.
  • In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, sage, salt, pepper, and paprika until a smooth paste forms.
  • Scatter the chopped onion and garlic across the bottom of the slow cooker insert and pour in the chicken broth.
  • Gently loosen the skin of the turkey breast with your fingers and rub half of the butter mixture underneath directly onto the meat.
  • Rub the remaining butter mixture over the outside of the skin.
  • Place the turkey breast on top of the onion bed in the slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 5 to 7 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F in the thickest part of the meat.
  • Remove the turkey from the slow cooker and let it rest on a carving board for at least 20 minutes before slicing.
  • Optional: For crispy skin, transfer the cooked turkey to a baking sheet and broil for 3-5 minutes until golden brown.