Description
Crock Pot Cranberry Turkey Breast is a delightful dish that transforms a boneless turkey breast into a tender, flavorful meal with minimal effort. Infused with the sweetness of cranberry sauce and the citrusy brightness of orange juice, this recipe is perfect for any occasion—be it a holiday gathering or a casual weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- Unwrap the turkey breast while keeping the netting on and place it directly in your slow cooker.
- Season the turkey with salt and pepper. In a mixing bowl, combine cranberry sauce, onion seasoning mix, and orange juice. Pour this mixture over the turkey.
- Set the slow cooker to LOW heat for 5-7 hours, ensuring the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F.
- Once cooked, remove the turkey and let it rest on a serving plate covered with foil.
- Skim off fat from the cooking liquid and transfer it to a saucepan. Mix cornstarch with cold water until smooth, then add it to the pan. Bring to a boil while whisking until thickened (about 1-2 minutes).
- Serve the turkey with freshly made gravy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg