🦃 Slow Cooker Thanksgiving Turkey Breast

No oven, no stress — just juicy, buttery, slow-cooked perfection.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6–8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: slow cooker turkey breast, Thanksgiving turkey, crockpot turkey, juicy turkey

🧈 Ingredients

For the Turkey

• 1 (6-lb) bone-in turkey breast
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 carrot, chopped
• 1 celery stalk, chopped
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 stick unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh sage, chopped
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

For the Gravy

• 1 tbsp cornstarch

👨🏽‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the Veggies Chop the onion, carrot, and celery. Place them in the bottom of the slow cooker and pour in the chicken broth to create a flavorful base.
2. Make the Herby Butter Finely chop the rosemary, thyme, and sage. In a small bowl, melt the butter, add olive oil, and mix in the herbs, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Season with salt and pepper, then stir until combined.
3. Season the Turkey Rub the herby butter mixture all over the turkey breast — make sure to get some under the skin for maximum flavor. Place the turkey on top of the veggies, skin side up.
4. Slow Cook Cover and cook on HIGH for about 4 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part.
5. Crisp the Skin Transfer the cooked turkey to a baking sheet and place it under the broiler for a few minutes until lightly golden. For an even, glossy finish, use a kitchen torch to touch up any lighter spots.
6. Make the Gravy Switch the slow cooker to the sauté setting. Using a ladle and kitchen strainer, remove any bits left behind. Sprinkle in the cornstarch, whisk, and let it bubble until the gravy thickens — no extra pans needed.
7. Rest and Serve Let the turkey rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with that buttery gravy and your favorite Thanksgiving sides.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• You can use boneless turkey breast if preferred — reduce cook time by about 30 minutes.
• Add lemon slices or bay leaves for an extra aromatic boost.
• Don’t skip resting time — it locks in all those juices.
• To save time, chop veggies and herbs the night before.

🥘 Nutrition (per serving, approx.)

Calories: 410 | Protein: 53g | Fat: 19g | Carbs: 3g | Sodium: 480mg