Slow-Cooked Turkey Breast with Herb Butter

Name: Slow-Cooked Turkey Breast with Herb Butter
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 4 h 30 min
Total time: 290 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: {'group': 'Main', 'item': '1.5-2kg turkey breast with skin'}; {'group': 'Main', 'item': '1 large onion, peeled and quartered'}; {'group': 'Main', 'item': '1 garlic bulb, halved horizontally'}; {'group': 'Main', 'item': '200ml chicken stock'}; {'group': 'Flavoured Butter', 'item': '200g butter, softened'}; {'group': 'Flavoured Butter', 'item': '1 lemon, zested'}; {'group': 'Flavoured Butter', 'item': '1 orange, zested'}; {'group': 'Flavoured Butter', 'item': '1½ tsp garlic granules'}; {'group': 'Flavoured Butter', 'item': '1 tsp smoked paprika'}; {'group': 'Flavoured Butter', 'item': '3-4 rosemary sprigs, leaves chopped'}; {'group': 'Flavoured Butter', 'item': '3-4 thyme sprigs, leaves chopped'}; {'group': 'Flavoured Butter', 'item': '3-4 sage sprigs, leaves chopped'}; {'group': 'Flavoured Butter', 'item': 'Salt and black pepper'}

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Indulge in a succulent slow-cooked turkey breast infused with rich herb butter, onions, and garlic. Perfect for gatherings, this easy recipe ensures tender, flavorful meat every time.

774 kcal /serving 4 hrs 30 mins Serves 6 Medium American

Ingredients

Metric Imperial

{'group': 'Main', 'item': '1.5-2kg turkey breast with skin'}
{'group': 'Main', 'item': '1 large onion, peeled and quartered'}
{'group': 'Main', 'item': '1 garlic bulb, halved horizontally'}
{'group': 'Main', 'item': '200ml chicken stock'}
{'group': 'Flavoured Butter', 'item': '200g butter, softened'}
{'group': 'Flavoured Butter', 'item': '1 lemon, zested'}
{'group': 'Flavoured Butter', 'item': '1 orange, zested'}
{'group': 'Flavoured Butter', 'item': '1½ tsp garlic granules'}
{'group': 'Flavoured Butter', 'item': '1 tsp smoked paprika'}
{'group': 'Flavoured Butter', 'item': '3-4 rosemary sprigs, leaves chopped'}
{'group': 'Flavoured Butter', 'item': '3-4 thyme sprigs, leaves chopped'}
{'group': 'Flavoured Butter', 'item': '3-4 sage sprigs, leaves chopped'}
{'group': 'Flavoured Butter', 'item': 'Salt and black pepper'}

Preparation

In a small bowl, combine the softened butter with lemon zest, orange zest, garlic granules, smoked paprika, chopped rosemary, thyme, and sage.
Season with salt and pepper.
Carefully separate the turkey skin from the flesh to create a pocket and spread the flavoured butter evenly under the skin.

Cooking

Place the quartered onion and halved garlic bulb in the bottom of the slow cooker.
Position the turkey breast on top and pour the chicken stock around it.
Cover and cook on low for 4½ hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 70°C (158°F (70°C)).
Allow the turkey to rest with the lid on for 15-20 minutes.

Plating & Serving

Preheat the grill to high.
Transfer the turkey to an oven-safe dish if necessary and grill until the skin is golden and crisp.
Carve the turkey and serve with the prepared sides.

Notes

For a delicious gravy, strain the cooking juices and squeeze out the garlic cloves. Melt 50g of butter in a saucepan, add 2 tbsp of plain flour, and cook until smooth. Gradually whisk in the hot turkey stock until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.

Suggested Sides

roasted Mediterranean vegetables crusty bread

Nutrition per Serving

774 Calories

67.2g Protein 57% DV

16.0g Carbs 5% DV

49.0g Fat 63% DV

4.6g Fiber 12% DV

4.2g Sugars

1027mg Sodium 68% DV

262mg Cholesterol 75% DV

Diet Type	Low Carb
Health Labels	Sugar Conscious Keto Friendly Gluten Free Wheat Free Egg Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Fish Free Shellfish Free Pork Free Red Meat Free Crustacean Free Celery Free Mustard Free Sesame Free Lupine Free Mollusk Free Alcohol Free No Sugar Added Sulphite Free