Ingredients
3 to 4 lb boneless turkey breast (kept in its cotton netting for shape)
2 large onions (halved, to create a bed in the slow cooker)
1 packet of gravy mix
1 cup chicken broth
¼ cup white cooking wine (or substitute with apple juice or water for a non-alcoholic option)
2 orange slices (for added flavor on top)
Sprigs of fresh rosemary, sage, and thyme (to taste, placed on top for aromatic notes)
½ teaspoon garlic powder (for seasoning)
½ teaspoon onion powder (for seasoning)
½ teaspoon paprika (for seasoning)
½ teaspoon thyme (for seasoning)
½ teaspoon poultry seasoning (for seasoning)
¼ teaspoon rubbed sage (for seasoning)
1 teaspoon salt (for seasoning)
Fresh ground black pepper (to taste, for seasoning)
Instructions
1-Gathering and Prepping Ingredients: First, gather all your ingredients and start by prepping the 3 to 4 lb boneless turkey breast. Trim any excess fat and pat it dry to help the seasonings stick well. This step sets the foundation for a flavorful roast, so don’t rush it.
2-Seasoning and Assembling: Next, season the turkey thoroughly with the spice mix: ½ teaspoon each of garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, thyme, and poultry seasoning, plus ¼ teaspoon rubbed sage, 1 teaspoon salt, and fresh ground black pepper to taste. Place the turkey fat side up on a bed of two halved large onions inside a 6 to 8-quart slow cooker lined with a slow cooker liner. Pour in the cooking liquids 1 packet of gravy mix, 1 cup chicken broth, and ¼ cup white cooking wine (or apple juice or water) then top with two orange slices and sprigs of fresh rosemary, sage, and thyme for extra flavor.
3-Cooking and Finishing: Seal the slow cooker liner tightly with a metal clip, set it to low heat, and let it cook for about 4 hours until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Once done, carefully remove the turkey, take off the netting without losing its shape, and let it rest before slicing. For gravy, strain the reserved cooking juices, bring them to a boil, and whisk in a mixture of 1½ cups water and 3 tablespoons cornstarch until thickened, adding salt and pepper to taste if needed.
Last Step:
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🦃 Keep the cotton netting on during cooking to maintain the turkey’s shape.
🍊 Adding orange slices and fresh herbs enhances the flavor and aroma.
🍲 Use the cooking juices to make a flavorful gravy that complements the turkey.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 778
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 552mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 26g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 98g
- Cholesterol: 280mg
