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Juicy Slow Cooker Turkey Breast with Herb Butter

Close-up of juicy slices of slow cooker turkey breast seasoned with herbs.
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Cook a tender and moist turkey breast using your slow cooker for an easy, hands-off meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (3-4 lb) boneless, skinless turkey breast
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 small onion, quartered

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create the herb butter.
  2. Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels. Rub the herb butter evenly over the entire surface of the turkey breast.
  3. Place the quartered onion in the bottom of the slow cooker. Place the seasoned turkey breast on top of the onions.
  4. Pour the chicken broth around the turkey, avoiding pouring it directly over the top butter coating.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 4 to 6 hours, or on HIGH for 2.5 to 3.5 hours. The internal temperature should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit in the thickest part.
  6. Remove the turkey from the slow cooker and let it rest on a cutting board, loosely covered with foil, for 10 minutes before slicing.
  7. Use the pan drippings to make gravy if desired. Slice the turkey against the grain and serve.

Notes

  • For extra moisture, you can substitute apple cider for the chicken broth.
  • If you use a bone-in turkey breast, add about 1 hour to the cooking time.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness; do not rely only on time.

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