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Crock Pot Turkey Breast with Garlic Butter and Roasted Onions Recipe

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This Crock Pot Turkey Breast recipe offers a tender, flavorful turkey breast cooked slowly in a crock pot with aromatic garlic, onions, and a seasoned butter rub. Perfect for an easy and fuss-free meal, the turkey comes out juicy and can be finished under the broiler for crispy skin.

  • Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes to 6 hours 15 minutes (using low setting)
  • Yield: 1 turkey breast serving (3 to 5 pounds)

Ingredients

Turkey and Butter Rub

  • 1 (3 to 5-pound) turkey breast (bone-in or boneless)
  • 5 to 8 Tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 large cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 1.5 tsp ground paprika
  • 2 tsp sea salt

Slow Cooker Base

  • 2 large yellow onions, sliced
  • 8 cloves garlic, sliced

Optional

  • 1 to 1.5 lbs baby potatoes

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Turkey: Remove the turkey from its packaging and place it on a large plate or cutting board. Pat dry thoroughly with paper towels to remove any excess moisture. Leave any netting on a boneless turkey breast, or remove it if preferred.
  2. Make the Garlic Butter Rub: In a small bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, onion powder, paprika, and sea salt. Mix well. Spread this butter mixture evenly over the entire surface of the turkey breast to season and add flavor.
  3. Prepare the Slow Cooker Base: Place sliced onions and sliced garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker. This will serve as an aromatic bed for the turkey. Optionally, add baby potatoes around the sides if using.
  4. Cook the Turkey: Position the rubbed turkey breast on top of the onions and garlic in the crock pot. No additional liquid is needed. Cover with the lid and cook on low heat for 5 to 6 hours or on high heat for 2 to 3 hours. Start checking internal temperature around 4 hours on low or 1 hour 45 minutes on high. The turkey is done when it reaches 165°F internally.
  5. Remove and Rest: Once the turkey hits 165°F, carefully remove it from the crock pot promptly to prevent overcooking. Rest the turkey on a cutting board for at least 15 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
  6. Crisp the Skin (Optional): For crispy skin, transfer the turkey breast to a rimmed baking sheet and broil under a preheated broiler for 8-10 minutes or until the skin turns golden brown and crispy.
  7. Slice and Serve: Use a sharp knife to slice the rested turkey breast. Serve warm with your favorite side dishes.

Notes

  • You can leave the netting on a boneless turkey breast during cooking to help maintain shape.
  • Ensure the butter is at room temperature to easily spread over the meat.
  • No additional liquid is required in the crock pot as the turkey and vegetables release enough moisture.
  • Use a reliable meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure food safety.
  • Resting the turkey after cooking is key to juicy slices.
  • Broiling is optional but recommended for crispy skin.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 to 6 hours on low or 2 to 3 hours on high
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://recipesvibe.com/crock-pot-turkey-breast-with-garlic-butter-and-roasted-onions-recipe/