Crock Pot Turkey Breast with Cranberry Sauce
Crock Pot Turkey Breast with Cranberry Sauce is a delightful dish that brings warmth and flavor to your dinner table. This recipe combines tender turkey breast slow-cooked to perfection with a sweet and tangy cranberry sauce, making it an ideal choice for both family gatherings and busy weeknights. The hands-off cooking method allows you to focus on what truly matters—spending time with loved ones. With minimal prep and maximum taste, this dish is bound to become a favorite in your household.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3-pound boneless, skinless turkey breast (thawed)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 14 oz can whole berry cranberry sauce (or substitutes like tart cherry jam)
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground sage
- 1 tsp ground mustard powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 oz envelope onion soup mix
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp cold water
Instructions
- Spray your crockpot with nonstick cooking spray.
- Place the thawed turkey breast in the crockpot, leaving the netting on.
- Spread softened butter over the turkey and sprinkle with sage, mustard powder, garlic powder, and onion soup mix.
- Pour in orange juice, cranberry sauce, and maple syrup.
- Cook on low for about 5 hours or high for 3 hours until tender.
- Transfer the turkey to a plate, slice it, and prepare gravy by thickening the juices with cornstarch mixed with cold water.
- Serve warm with your favorite sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg