Slow Cooker Turkey & Gravy
Slow Cooker Turkey & Gravy is the epitome of comfort food, transforming a simple turkey breast into a tender, juicy dish enveloped in rich, flavorful gravy. This effortless recipe is perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners. Just set it and forget it, allowing the savory aroma to fill your kitchen while you prepare to impress your loved ones with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lbs boneless turkey breast
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or 1/3 tsp dried thyme)
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the turkey with salt and pepper on all sides.
- Place chopped onion and minced garlic in the slow cooker.
- Nestle the seasoned turkey on top of the aromatics, then pour chicken broth over until almost submerged.
- Sprinkle thyme evenly over the turkey.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove turkey, mix cornstarch with water until smooth, stir into cooking liquid until thickened, then serve gravy over turkey.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 125mg