This Slow Cooker Turkey Breast recipe makes the juiciest boneless turkey breast with the most flavorful gravy. It's a foolproof recipe and is so easy to make!
Defrost the turkey for a day or two in the refrigerator.
3-5 lb. boneless turkey breast
Remove the thawed turkey breast from the packaging and netting and dispose of the gravy that comes with it. Place the turkey on a paper towel-lined rimmed baking sheet.
Dry the turkey by gently patting it with paper towels. The butter and seasoning will stick better once the turkey is dry.
In a small bowl, mix together the butter and turkey rub.
4 tablespoons butter, 1 ½ - 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, ½ teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ¼ teaspoon dried sage
Coat the turkey breast with the softened butter mixture.
Then line the bottom of the crockpot with sliced onions.
1 large yellow onion
Pour 1 cup of turkey stock or chicken broth over the onions.
1 cup turkey stock
Place the seasoned turkey breast on top of the onions.
Place the turkey breast on top of the onions, then cover and cook on Low for 3-4 hours.
Once the internal temperature of the turkey reaches 165°F, remove the turkey and set it to the side to rest (20 minutes) with foil tented over the top to keep warm. (Check the thickest piece.)
Make Turkey Gravy from the Drippings
Blend the onions with the turkey drippings using an immersion blender.
Transfer the liquid to a small saucepan, then bring it to a simmer, and cook it down for about 10 minutes until it thickens. Taste to adjust the salt and pepper, then serve!
To Make Crispy Skin
If your turkey has skin, hold off on spooning the gravy over the turkey until you serve it - place the pieces with skin under the broiler for a few minutes until the skin gets a little crispy - right before serving it. Don't overdo it though, or the turkey will dry out.
Then, spoon the gravy over the turkey and enjoy! (Or just serve the gravy on the side!)
Notes
If your turkey is still frozen, follow this guide to thaw it quickly.*If you use table salt instead of kosher salt, significantly reduce the quantity of salt.*If you use a pre-brined turkey breast, you may want to use only 1 teaspoon of kosher salt since it's already salty.Cook a bone-in turkey breast on LOW for 6 hours, then check the temperature closest to the bone to make sure it’s 165° F.