Slow Cooker Turkey & Gravy
Slow Cooker Turkey & Gravy is the epitome of comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This dish features tender, juicy turkey breast slow-cooked to perfection in a rich, savory gravy that wraps you in warmth and nostalgia. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, this easy-to-follow recipe promises maximum flavor with minimal effort. Serve it over mashed potatoes or alongside your favorite vegetables for a complete meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3–4 lbs boneless turkey breast
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup flour or cornstarch (for thickening)
Instructions
- Place the turkey breast in the slow cooker and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic on top of the turkey.
- Pour in chicken broth until it covers halfway up the turkey.
- Sprinkle dried thyme over everything.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Once cooked, remove the turkey and let it rest. Mix flour or cornstarch with water until smooth, then stir into the cooking liquid to thicken.
- Serve slices of turkey drizzled with gravy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, sear the turkey breast in a skillet before placing it in the slow cooker. - Customize by adding vegetables like carrots or celery for extra nutrition.