Crock Pot Cranberry Turkey Breast
Crock Pot Cranberry Turkey Breast is a delightful dish that brings together the flavors of tangy cranberry sauce and fresh orange juice, creating an easy and impressive centerpiece for any gathering. This recipe is designed for busy hosts, requiring just a handful of ingredients and minimal preparation. The slow cooking process ensures that the turkey breast remains tender and juicy, making it perfect for holiday feasts or family dinners. Whether served with sides or enjoyed in sandwiches, this turkey is sure to be a favorite among guests.
- 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
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- 1 (5-7 lbs) boneless turkey breast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 can (14 oz) whole berry cranberry sauce
- 1 packet onion soup seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon cold water
Instructions
- Prepare the turkey: Place the unwrapped turkey breast in the slow cooker while keeping the netting on.
- Season: Rub salt and pepper evenly over the turkey.
- Combine sauce: In a mixing bowl, mix cranberry sauce, onion soup seasoning, and orange juice; pour over the turkey.
- Cook: Set the slow cooker to LOW and cook for 5–7 hours until the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F.
- Prepare gravy: Remove turkey, cover with foil, and skim off fat from cooking liquid. Bring liquid to boil in a saucepan.
- Thicken gravy: Mix cornstarch and cold water; whisk into boiling liquid until thickened (about 1–2 minutes).
- Serve: Pour gravy over turkey before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 oz sliced turkey with gravy
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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