If you’re a busy mother looking for a super easy way to cook delicious turkey, then you must try this Crockpot Turkey Breast recipe. It’s ideal for those weeknights when you want to spend a cozy meal with your family without spending hours in the kitchen.
Simply set your turkey cooking in a crockpot for 6-8 hours, and you can leave it as you go on with your day. Once done, you can have juicy and tender turkey that comforts your soul!
Crockpot Turkey Breast Recipe: Set It And Forget It
This recipe is a great option for Thanksgiving potluck meals, an extra main dish for a big gathering, or to take to someone as a home-cooked dinner.
You should try this turkey recipe because it requires fuss-free cooking and minimal prep time. Just put the turkey and seasonings in the crockpot, then set the time to 4 hours on high or 6-8 hours on low, and go about your business.
During Thanksgiving, roasting a whole turkey might be too overwhelming for your small family, so you have a choice to make this crock pot turkey breast recipe instead.
Since we’ll be using turkey breast for this dish, it means you’re eating lean protein that’s low in saturated fat. The taste also comes out good, as the crockpot breaks down the meat, making it tender and juicy.
If you have leftover turkey breast meat, you can use it for turkey sandwiches, soups, and salads. It’s that convenient!
If you enjoy easy meal prep using your Crockpot then you will want to try my Chicken And Rice Casserole Recipe and Creamy Chicken Tortellini Soup Recipe.
Ingredients Needed
Now, let’s get everything ready for our slow-cooker turkey breast recipe. Just a few ingredients and you’ll be cooking the most tender turkey breast for your weeknight meal!
- Turkey breast: If possible, choose fresh turkey to achieve a more tender and juicy result. You’ll know it’s fresh when the meat feels firm and looks slightly pink.
- Cream of chicken: While cooking turkey breast in the crockpot, the soup will add moisture to the meat and infuse it with the drippings to make a delicious gravy. Some of these brands can be high in sodium, so look for a low-sodium version for a healthier choice.
- Stuffing mix: This ingredient is a great time saver as it already includes herbs, spices, and aromatics for flavor. If you want to achieve a traditional gravy taste, choose a mix with thyme, rosemary, and sage.
- Sour cream: Its tanginess helps balance the savory flavors of the other ingredients. Choose full-fat sour cream if you want a richer sauce or go with reduced-fat if you want to cut down the calories.
- Vegetables (optional): Your crockpot turkey becomes even more nutritious when you add some vegetables. Choose one or two of these vegetables: green beans, peas, carrots, onions, celery, chestnuts, corn, and mushrooms. You can buy them fresh or frozen.
📝 Note: You can find the full recipe with ingredients and measurements in the recipe card located at the bottom of this post.
How To Make Crockpot Turkey Breast
As it requires no oven, making this recipe is pretty easy. Just use a slow cooker and follow these following steps.
Add The Turkey Breast
- Rinse your slices of turkey breast and pat dry with paper towels.
- Place 2 lbs turkey breast in the bottom of the slow cooker.
Make The Cream Mixture
- In a medium-sized bowl, add the cream of chicken and sour cream.
- You can add vegetables to the mix (optional).
- Using a whisk, mix the two ingredients until creamy and fully combined.
Add The Cream Mixture
- Place and spread the cream sauce on top of the turkey.
Add The Stuffing Mix, Then Slow Cook
- If your stuffing mix comes with a separate seasoning packet, mix it with the bread crumbs.
- Sprinkle the stuffing mix over the cream mixture and turkey.
- Gently pat the stuffing mix down into the sauce.
- Put the lid back on the slow cooker, then cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6-8 hours.
Gina’s Tips For Recipe Success
- If you’re using frozen turkey, thaw it first in the fridge for 1-2 days to ensure that the meat cooks evenly.
- I uded boneless skinless turkey meat howver you could choose bone-in turkey breast with skin on. This will add extra rich flavor to your dinner.
- Keep your turkey breasts the same size so the meat cooks evenly.
- You can use Greek yogurt over sour cream for a healthier alternative.
- Check the turkey after five hours with a meat thermometer to ensure that it doesn’t overcook. You’ll know the meat is done when the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). This will keep it moist and tender without drying out.
Optional Add-Ins
Add some extra vegetables for a complete one-pot meal. Pick one or two of these ideas. Mix them in with the cream of chicken soup and sour cream mixture. There is no need to thaw frozen veggies.
- 12 oz bag of frozen green beans
- 12 oz bag of frozen peas and carrots combo
- ½ cup of chopped onions and celery
Storing Leftovers
You can enjoy the slow-cooked turkey for a longer time if you store the leftovers properly. But before you do that, you should cool the meat completely and slice or shred it in portions for easy reheating.
- Refrigerator: Store the turkey with the cooking juices and stuffing in an airtight container. It should remain fresh for up to 3-4 days.
- Freezer: Put the turkey and stuffing in a freezer-safe bag or container and freeze for up to 3-4 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
When it’s time to reheat, place it in a shallow dish and cover with a lid. Heat in the oven or microwave. Add a bit of chicken broth to moisten the meat and stuffing so it does not dry out.
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Crockpot Turkey Breast Recipe and Stuffing
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Ingredients
- 2 lbs turkey breasts, boneless skinless- If frozen, defrost the turkey in the microwave or overnight in the refrigerator.
- 10.5 ounce cream of chicken, 1 can
- 1 cup sour cream, (if you prefer, you could also use Greek yogurt)
- 16 oz boxed stuffing mix, regular or cornbread
Instructions
- Place turkey breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.2 lbs turkey breasts
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine cream of chicken soup and sour cream. Whisk until well blended and creamy.10.5 ounce cream of chicken, 1 cup sour cream
- Spread the mixture over the turkey in the crock pot.
- Sprinkle the stuffing mix bread crumbs over the turkey and cream mixture. Gently pat it down into the sauce, but do not stir it in. Note: Do not premake the stuffing. If your boxed stuffing mix has a separate packet of seasoning, mix it with the bread crumbs and sprinkle them on top of the turkey. Most brands already have seasoning in the bread crumbs, but not all do.16 oz boxed stuffing mix
- Place the lid on the slow cooker. Cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6 to 8 hours.
Notes
- 12 oz bag of frozen green beans
- 12 oz bag of frozen peas and carrots combo
- ½ cup of chopped onions and celery
- 8-ounce can of water chestnuts, drained
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 cup of sliced mushrooms
