CROCK-POT TURKEY BREAST AND GRAVY
Not liking the looks of the skin on my turkey breast, I removed it, then brined the turkey. Worried that it would dry out in the oven without the skin to protect it, I decided to use my slow cooker to cook it. I totally winged it so measurements are approximate, but I was so pleased with the ease of preparation and the results yielded that I had to post this. It makes the richest broth from the carrot, celery and onion that makes the tastiest gravy, and I am a huge gravy fan! And with the skin removed there was no need to skim fat from it. The carrots were delicious to eat too! I'm not sure if the brine was necessary, but I wanted a way to preserve it until I could cook it the next day, and it definitely helped to keep it moist and tasty. It wasn't salty, but I may brine skin-on next time and then remove it to see if there is a difference. I hope you enjoy it!
Provided by c.walsh
Categories Turkey Breasts
Time 4h10m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Remove skin if desired, and brine turkey the night before. (I used a mixture of water and apple juice to total 1 gallon, with 1 cup kosher salt, 1 cup of brown sugar, peppercorns, rosemary, dried thyme, cloves, bay leaves, allspice, garlic and sliced onion--but use any brine you like).
- Rinse turkey thoroughly and pat dry.
- Rub with olive oil, followed by seasonings and spices.
- Place carrots, onion and celery in bottom of slow cooker.
- Place turkey on top of vegetables.
- Add enough stock to cover vegetables.
- Cook on high 1 hour, and low until done, 3-6 hours depending on your slow cooker (mine cooks fast and too hot) and size of turkey (mine was 5 lbs). I checked the temperature after 3 1/2 hours and it was done at 165 degrees, but I kept it on warm until dinner since it was done much earlier than I expected.
- Remove turkey and let rest while you make gravy.
- To make gravy, measure 2 cups of broth from the slow cooker. Even though you only added about a cup or so of stock, the turkey and veg. make more juice. Careful, it's hot! I turned off my cooker about a half hour earlier so it wouldn't be as scalding.
- Melt butter over med. heat and whisk in flour for 2-3 minute to make a blonde roux.
- Slowly add stock while constantly stirring until desired consistency reached. Season with salt and pepper to taste, but taste it first because mine needed no salt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 351.1, Fat 17.6, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 127.1, Sodium 382.8, Carbohydrate 5.4, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.6, Protein 40.4
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Mandi Sweeny
[email protected]I've tried this recipe several times and I've never been able to get the turkey breast to cook through. I always end up having to finish cooking it in the oven. The gravy is also too thin and watery.
Sifat Munshi
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the turkey breast turned out dry and overcooked. The gravy was also too thick and salty. I would not recommend this recipe.
G Tergel
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to cook turkey breast. It's easy to make and the results are delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a simple and tasty way to cook turkey breast.
Nopita Tmg
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of turkey, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the gravy was delicious. I would definitely make this recipe again.
Risenga Cosnat
[email protected]This is my favorite way to cook turkey breast. It's so simple and easy to make, and the results are always delicious. The turkey is always moist and flavorful, and the gravy is perfect. I highly recommend this recipe.
M Saifal
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The turkey breast is always tender and juicy, and the gravy is rich and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.
Sushila Thapa
[email protected]This recipe is so easy to make and it always turns out great. I love that I can just throw everything in the crock-pot and dinner is ready when I get home from work. I usually serve it with mashed potatoes, green beans, and cranberry sauce.
Joseph Ometan
[email protected]I love this recipe! The turkey breast is always moist and flavorful, and the gravy is delicious. I like to add a few extra herbs and spices to the gravy to give it a little extra flavor.
Venuela Borisova
[email protected]This recipe is a waste of time. The turkey breast was tough and chewy, and the gravy was bland and tasteless. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.
Ayoub Boukioud
[email protected]I've tried this recipe several times and I've never been able to get the turkey breast to cook through. I always end up having to finish cooking it in the oven. The gravy is also too thin and watery.
mushfiq shuvo
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the turkey breast turned out dry and overcooked. The gravy was also too thick and salty. I would not recommend this recipe.
KAREN TRIPURA
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to cook turkey breast. It's easy to make and the results are delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a simple and tasty way to cook turkey breast.
Dawn Walsh
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of turkey, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the gravy was delicious. I would definitely make this recipe again.
Ayindeadijat Oduntan
[email protected]I made this recipe for Thanksgiving dinner and it was a huge success! The turkey was cooked to perfection and the gravy was amazing. All of my guests raved about it. This recipe is definitely a keeper.
Fuaad Bashiir
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for turkey breast. It's so simple and easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly. The turkey is always moist and tender, and the gravy is delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.
Libana Joseph
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The turkey is always moist and flavorful, and the gravy is rich and creamy. I like to serve it with mashed potatoes, green beans, and cranberry sauce.
ridoy ridoy
[email protected]This crock-pot turkey breast and gravy recipe is a lifesaver! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I love that I can just throw everything in the crock-pot in the morning and dinner is ready when I get home from work.